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R788 XAW

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 XAW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2013

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

daytime mot test

Pass 18 Sep 2012

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2010
Pass 24 Jan 2009

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Dec 2007

Daylight Use Only

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2006 9 miles

No lights fitted. Suitable for daylight use only

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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R788 XAW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R788 XAW, 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.

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What year was R788 XAW registered?

R788 XAW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 17 June 1998.

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