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R971 JTM

1998 Yamaha YZF750

Multi-colour Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,201 mi
Last recorded18,201 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF75020,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR971 JTM
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF750
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 18,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 18,189 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,992 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 17,949 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2021 17,949 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 17,939 miles

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

clutch fluid low

Pass 3 Jul 2017 17,871 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 17,862 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF750?

Based on 7,247 MOT tests across 1,015 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,015
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
reflector on motorcycle missing 100
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
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R971 JTM is a 1998 Yamaha YZF750 in Multi-colour with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 20,502 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R971 JTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF750 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R971 JTM registered?

R971 JTM is a 1998 Yamaha YZF750, first registered on 8 June 1998.

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