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R51 RCF

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,114 mi
Last recorded19,114 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 RCF
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2022 19,114 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 19,105 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 19,005 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 18,833 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 18,538 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 17,789 miles

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

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 11 May 2013 17,222 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 16,520 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 16,425 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 16,373 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 16,136 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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R51 RCF is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R51 RCF, 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 R51 RCF registered?

R51 RCF is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R51 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 RCF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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