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R709 LVE

1998 Yamaha Yz

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,079 mi
Last recorded4,079 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yz35,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR709 LVE
MakeYamaha
ModelYz
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 4,079 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 4,500 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 493 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 493 miles

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yz?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
163
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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R709 LVE is a 1998 Yamaha Yz in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yz models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 35,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R709 LVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R709 LVE registered?

R709 LVE is a 1998 Yamaha Yz, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R709 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R709 LVE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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