Yamaha YZF R1

Red and White · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T578 ARUMOT history

T578 ARU is a red and white petrol Yamaha YZF R1 first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 49,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
49,003 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T578 ARU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF R1
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 ARU was last recorded at 49,003 miles on 21 Feb 2025, 500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,503 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
500 miles
Average per year
2,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,003 miles
  • 2024 – 48,503 miles
  • 2022 – 48,346 miles
  • 2021 – 48,189 miles
  • 2020 – 47,659 miles
  • 2017 – 46,747 miles
  • 2016 – 44,765 miles
  • 2015 – 37,582 miles
  • 2014 – 32,954 miles
  • 2013 – 24,688 miles
  • 2012 – 17,126 miles
  • 2010 – 15,756 miles
  • 2009 – 13,733 miles
  • 2008 – 12,568 miles
  • 2007 – 10,638 miles
  • 2006 – 9,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,003 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Position lamp insecure

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Headlamp light intensity reduced only one dip beam bulb working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,003 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,003 miles
    Test number
    809118674075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,503 miles (+157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,503 miles
    Test number
    246342310209
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  3. Pass48,346 miles1 dangerous7 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    48,346 miles
    Test number
    111526359476
    • DangerousRear rear bodywork fairing light mouting panel loose
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced only one dip beam bulb working (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Riders seat slightly loose bolt missing may become detatched (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Fail48,346 miles (+157)1 dangerous2 major7 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,346 miles
    Test number
    487021044983
    • DangerousRear rear bodywork fairing light mouting panel loose
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced only one dip beam bulb working (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Riders seat slightly loose bolt missing may become detatched (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass48,189 miles1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,189 miles
    Test number
    655363562304
    • DangerousRear rear body work fairing loose
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced only one dip beam bulb working (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRiders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail48,189 miles (+530)5 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,189 miles
    Test number
    204759824784
    • DangerousFront Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousFront steering damper loose
    • DangerousRear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousRear rear body work fairing loose
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working pilot light (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced only one dip beam bulb working (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRiders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass47,659 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,659 miles
    Test number
    178612767234
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively slight play bottom shock bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront only one dip beam light working
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive dry and rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail47,659 miles (+912)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,659 miles
    Test number
    211543524395
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively slight play bottom shock bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront only one dip beam light working
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive dry and rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass46,747 miles (+1,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,747 miles
    Test number
    474127344693
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Pass44,765 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,765 miles
    Test number
    758586550344
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryTyres uneven wear

  11. Fail44,695 miles (+7,113)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,695 miles
    Test number
    709802069722
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose dry (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryTyres uneven wear

  12. Pass37,582 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,582 miles
    Test number
    278517875000
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  13. Fail37,510 miles (+4,556)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,510 miles
    Test number
    655600575021
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  14. Pass32,954 miles (+8,266)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,954 miles
    Test number
    866740854019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,688 miles (+7,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    24,688 miles
    Test number
    346444263011
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass17,126 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,126 miles
    Test number
    146983372465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,756 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    15,756 miles
    Test number
    324822700350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,733 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    13,733 miles
    Test number
    921519299230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,568 miles (+1,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    12,568 miles
    Test number
    350018698295
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass10,638 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    10,638 miles
    Test number
    991808897270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    9,389 miles
    Test number
    822289296228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T578 ARU

Does T578 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T578 ARU expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T578 ARU?
The MOT on T578 ARU expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T578 ARU done?
T578 ARU was recorded at 49,003 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2025, an average of 2,162 miles a year.
Has T578 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 ARU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T578 ARU 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 T578 ARU find?
T578 ARU passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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