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R508 WOC

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,204 mi
Last recorded34,204 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 WOC
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 34,204 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 33,766 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 33,765 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2013 32,608 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,234 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 28,394 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 27,235 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,841 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 24,998 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2006 24,088 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2005 21,776 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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R508 WOC is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 25,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R508 WOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R508 WOC registered?

R508 WOC is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R508 WOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 WOC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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