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R812 FWW

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,898 mi
Last recorded29,898 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR812 FWW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 29,898 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 29,898 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 May 2015 29,896 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 29,644 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 29,541 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 28,770 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,999 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 23,210 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 17,792 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 17,028 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2006 17,028 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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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R812 FWW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R812 FWW, 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 R812 FWW registered?

R812 FWW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R812 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R812 FWW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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