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R17 EEF

1998 Yamaha Yzf R1

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,702 mi
Last recorded17,702 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R122,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 EEF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2026 17,702 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 17,637 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,601 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 17,595 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,515 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 17,366 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 17,100 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 16,882 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 16,882 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,265 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 16,190 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

N/S/F and O/S/F brake hoses insecure.

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 15,773 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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R17 EEF is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 22,170 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 R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R17 EEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R17 EEF?

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What year was R17 EEF registered?

R17 EEF is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 12 December 1998.

Is R17 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 EEF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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