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R640 TLD

1998 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,418 mi
Last recorded16,418 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 TLD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 16,418 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 16,413 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 16,395 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 16,334 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 16,079 miles

Drive chain slightly tight slight tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 16,060 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 16,014 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 15,839 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 15,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 15,692 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 14,812 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,313 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 12,959 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 12,656 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 12,492 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 12,188 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 11,478 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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R640 TLD is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R640 TLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R640 TLD registered?

R640 TLD is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R640 TLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R640 TLD shows 17 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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