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S342 PAG

1998 Yamaha Yz

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yz35,440 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS342 PAG
MakeYamaha
ModelYz
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024

Chain guard missing ()

no lights fitted at time of test daytime use only

Fail 1 Mar 2024

Chain guard missing ()

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

no lights fitted at time of test daytime use only

Pass 10 Jan 2023

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test day time use only

Pass 27 Oct 2021

Chain guard missing ()

day time use only no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Oct 2021

Chain guard missing ()

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

day time use only no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Aug 2020

Day time only

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2017

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

day use only

Fail 3 Jan 2017

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

day use only

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yz?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 739 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
163
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
739
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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S342 PAG is a 1998 Yamaha Yz in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yz models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 35,440 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 Yz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S342 PAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was S342 PAG registered?

S342 PAG is a 1998 Yamaha Yz, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S342 PAG safe to buy?

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