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S422 THB

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,143 mi
Last recorded33,143 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS422 THB
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 33,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 32,796 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 32,477 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 32,194 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 31,721 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 30,955 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 30,151 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 29,669 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 29,183 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 29,183 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 28,499 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 27,953 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 27,066 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 26,938 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,400 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 26,400 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 25,851 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 24,309 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,309 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 22,293 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 20,310 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 16,955 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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S422 THB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S422 THB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S422 THB registered?

S422 THB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S422 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S422 THB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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