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S434 RHB

1998 Yamaha YZF1000

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,006 mi
Last recorded34,006 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF100025,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS434 RHB
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 34,006 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,971 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 31,042 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 28,884 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 25,677 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 May 2012 25,677 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2011 24,375 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 22,539 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 22,539 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,432 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 19,430 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 19,430 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 16,673 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,860 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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S434 RHB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S434 RHB, 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 S434 RHB registered?

S434 RHB is a 1998 Yamaha YZF1000, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S434 RHB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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