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S289 DPN

1998 Yamaha R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,299 mi
Last recorded39,299 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha R123,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS289 DPN
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 39,299 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 38,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 May 2022 38,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 38,618 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 38,544 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 38,441 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 38,048 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 37,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 36,994 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 36,077 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,289 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 31,344 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,936 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 25,287 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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S289 DPN is a 1998 Yamaha R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 23,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S289 DPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S289 DPN registered?

S289 DPN is a 1998 Yamaha R1, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S289 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S289 DPN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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