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R985 BOC

1998 Yamaha -

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,132 mi
Last recorded36,132 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha -22,566 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 BOC
MakeYamaha
Model-
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 36,132 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 35,839 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 13 Jul 2022 34,890 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 34,883 miles

Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 34,686 miles

slight oil leak from engine

slight oil leak from nearside rear axle by brake mechanism

Pass 15 Feb 2019 32,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 31,371 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 29,949 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 28,031 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 25,459 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha -?

Based on 2,722 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
517
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
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R985 BOC is a 1998 Yamaha - in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha - models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,566 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha - fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R985 BOC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha - typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R985 BOC registered?

R985 BOC is a 1998 Yamaha -, first registered on 27 June 1998.

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