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R827 EKP

1998 Yamaha Fazer

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,323 mi
Last recorded24,323 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fazer38,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR827 EKP
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 24,323 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 24,021 miles

BIKE COVER IN OIL

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 May 2025 24,001 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated BOTH (1.1.14 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

BIKE COVER IN OIL

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2024 23,357 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Left Hand Riders Foot Peg Mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil Leak

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 22,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 19,065 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 19,055 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 37,791 miles

front right fork seal slightly leaking

Pass 14 Jul 2018 36,326 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 33,131 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 31,492 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 30,881 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 29,261 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 25,213 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 21,785 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 21,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2010 15,218 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,313 miles

front brake lever slightly soft

rear tyre near legal limit

Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,416 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 8,636 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 8,541 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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R827 EKP is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fazer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R827 EKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R827 EKP registered?

R827 EKP is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 11 June 1998.

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