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R418 EOW

1998 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,266 mi
Last recorded30,266 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT21,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 EOW
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 30,266 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 29,213 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 29,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 29,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 26 May 2015 29,184 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 May 2015 29,163 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 May 2014 27,463 miles

Bike presented for test with headlight glass masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 27,515 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 27,509 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 27,509 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 25,704 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2008 25,661 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 25,319 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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R418 EOW is a 1998 Yamaha XT in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,989 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R418 EOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R418 EOW registered?

R418 EOW is a 1998 Yamaha XT, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R418 EOW safe to buy?

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