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S540 TYA

1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,278 mi
Last recorded19,278 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R25,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS540 TYA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 19,278 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 17,609 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 16,075 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 14,128 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 14,021 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 14,021 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,834 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 12,524 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 12,520 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies footbrake operation (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 11,829 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 11,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 11,502 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 10 Jul 2010 11,233 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 10,908 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,498 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,852 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,025 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 8,410 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 1000R?

Based on 1,154 MOT tests across 168 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
784
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
168
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 4
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S540 TYA is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 25,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf 1000R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S540 TYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S540 TYA registered?

S540 TYA is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 1000R, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is S540 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S540 TYA shows 18 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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