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R742 XCK

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,139 mi
Last recorded29,139 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR742 XCK
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2023 29,139 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 29,139 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 29,139 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 29,139 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 27,610 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 27,494 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 27,244 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,786 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 26,505 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 26,364 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 26,317 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,869 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 23,990 miles

front tyre out of shape

Pass 4 Apr 2009 22,289 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,266 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 19,430 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 18,764 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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R742 XCK is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Red 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 R742 XCK, 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 R742 XCK registered?

R742 XCK is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 12 March 1998.

Is R742 XCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R742 XCK 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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