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W989 OSP

1999 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,117 mi
Last recorded27,117 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Yzf20,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 OSP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 27,117 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 27,033 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 26,284 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,920 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 25,920 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 25,743 miles

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

slight play in swing arm bushes

Fail 1 Apr 2016 25,743 miles

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

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

slight play in swing arm bushes

Fail 27 Mar 2015 25,734 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,734 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 24,897 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2013 24,295 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,022 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 May 2009 23,472 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 May 2008 22,402 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 19,855 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 17,775 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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W989 OSP is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 20,680 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 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 W989 OSP, 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 27 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 W989 OSP registered?

W989 OSP is a 1999 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W989 OSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W989 OSP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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