Yamaha YZF R1

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,000 cc

S4 BMJMOT history

S4 BMJ is a blue petrol Yamaha YZF R1 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 53,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
53,974 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 BMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF R1
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 BMJ was last recorded at 53,974 miles on 1 May 2025, 747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,227 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
747 miles
Average per year
1,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,974 miles
  • 2023 – 52,537 miles
  • 2021 – 50,799 miles
  • 2019 – 47,715 miles
  • 2018 – 45,109 miles
  • 2017 – 41,942 miles
  • 2013 – 38,590 miles
  • 2012 – 37,313 miles
  • 2011 – 36,584 miles
  • 2010 – 34,863 miles
  • 2009 – 31,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,974 miles
  • AdvisoryRear brake disc incorrect sizeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,974 miles (+747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    53,974 miles
    Test number
    115417942486
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc incorrect size

  2. Fail53,227 miles (+690)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,227 miles
    Test number
    137975231644
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc incorrect size

  3. Pass52,537 miles (+1,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    953828663150
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,799 miles (+3,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,799 miles
    Test number
    817213231334
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower linkage (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass47,715 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    476150566233
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Fail47,715 miles (+2,606)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    559110816901
    • Repaired at testRear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  7. Pass45,109 miles (+3,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,109 miles
    Test number
    194997989597
    • AdvisoryRear lower shock linkage has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight interaction on rear lights with indicators

  8. Pass41,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,942 miles
    Test number
    394113060900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,942 miles (+3,352)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,942 miles
    Test number
    162706398358
    • FailureFront Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
    • FailureRear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

  10. Pass38,590 miles (+1,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,590 miles
    Test number
    895888903206
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  11. Pass37,313 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    547602702216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,584 miles
    Test number
    787355791192
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  13. Fail36,584 miles (+1,721)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,584 miles
    Test number
    815365191113
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  14. Pass34,863 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    303953890150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,719 miles
    Test number
    684018189108
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Questions about S4 BMJ

Does S4 BMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 BMJ expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 BMJ?
The MOT on S4 BMJ expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 BMJ done?
S4 BMJ was recorded at 53,974 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 1,407 miles a year.
Has S4 BMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 BMJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 BMJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S4 BMJ find?
S4 BMJ passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc incorrect size.

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