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S389 BJO

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,141 mi
Last recorded16,141 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS389 BJO
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 16,141 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 16,086 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 15,506 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,913 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 14,526 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 14,526 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 14,053 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 13,392 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 12,004 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF1000?

Based on 25,313 MOT tests across 2,374 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 382
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 342
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 263
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 184
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S389 BJO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 25,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S389 BJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S389 BJO registered?

S389 BJO is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S389 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S389 BJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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