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V78 DRU

1999 Yamaha R1

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,853 mi
Last recorded30,853 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Yamaha R122,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV78 DRU
MakeYamaha
ModelR1
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 30,853 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 30,136 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 29,312 miles

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

o/s front fork seal corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2011 29,223 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 28,237 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 26,302 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside brake lamp inoperative , offside ok

Nearside position lamp inoperative , offside ok

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

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

Fail 13 May 2009 26,302 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering damper insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings not tested due to binding front brakes

Fuel tank slightly loose

Headlamp aim not tested , headlamp inoperative

Nearside brake lamp inoperative , offside ok

Nearside position lamp inoperative , offside ok

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 23,813 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha R1?

Based on 7,796 MOT tests across 687 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 37
Direction indicators not working 24
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V78 DRU is a 1999 Yamaha R1 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 22,075 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V78 DRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V78 DRU registered?

V78 DRU is a 1999 Yamaha R1, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V78 DRU safe to buy?

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