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S494 JJM

1998 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,191 mi
Last recorded63,191 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf22,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS494 JJM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2009 63,191 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 61,993 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 60,669 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 52,928 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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S494 JJM is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S494 JJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S494 JJM registered?

S494 JJM is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S494 JJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S494 JJM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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