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T189 FBK

1998 Yamaha YZFR1

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,161 mi
Last recorded13,161 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZFR121,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT189 FBK
MakeYamaha
ModelYZFR1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 13,161 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 13,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 13,074 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 May 2009 12,304 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 10,260 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Mar 2008 10,260 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2007 9,584 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,386 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZFR1?

Based on 1,225 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
Direction indicator not working 7
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T189 FBK is a 1998 Yamaha YZFR1 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZFR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 21,291 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZFR1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T189 FBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZFR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZFR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T189 FBK registered?

T189 FBK is a 1998 Yamaha YZFR1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T189 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T189 FBK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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