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R821 UOD

1998 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 224cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,992 mi
Last recorded22,992 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT21,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 UOD
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine224cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 22,992 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 22,222 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 22,215 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2024 21,150 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 20,626 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 19,613 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 18,560 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 18,881 miles

Tyres under inflated

Pass 12 Feb 2019 16,980 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 16,130 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 15,410 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,237 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 13,419 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 24 Feb 2015 13,419 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

front tyre perished

Pass 13 Feb 2014 12,919 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 11,850 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 10,438 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 8,681 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 8,681 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,201 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,016 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 6,236 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 5,706 miles

very slight cracking in front tyre

Fail 23 Nov 2005 5,706 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

very slight cracking in front tyre

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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R821 UOD is a 1998 Yamaha XT in White with a 224cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R821 UOD, 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.

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What year was R821 UOD registered?

R821 UOD is a 1998 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R821 UOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R821 UOD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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