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R714 DRE

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,392 mi
Last recorded21,392 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 DRE
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 21,392 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 20,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 20,295 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 20,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 19,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 19,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 19,349 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 19,108 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 18,748 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,368 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 17,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 17,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 16,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2011 15,507 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 14,865 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 14,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2009 14,650 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 14,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 13,361 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 12,447 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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R714 DRE is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R714 DRE, 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 R714 DRE registered?

R714 DRE is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R714 DRE safe to buy?

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