Yamaha YZF R1

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T79 FFVMOT history

T79 FFV is a blue petrol Yamaha YZF R1 first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 23,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
23,997 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 FFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
YZF R1
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 FFV was last recorded at 23,997 miles on 21 May 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,971 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,997 miles
  • 2025 – 23,971 miles
  • 2024 – 23,598 miles
  • 2022 – 23,483 miles
  • 2019 – 23,242 miles
  • 2018 – 22,588 miles
  • 2017 – 21,098 miles
  • 2015 – 20,862 miles
  • 2014 – 20,810 miles
  • 2013 – 20,744 miles
  • 2012 – 20,569 miles
  • 2011 – 20,359 miles
  • 2010 – 20,294 miles
  • 2009 – 19,162 miles
  • 2008 – 17,103 miles
  • 2006 – 15,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,997 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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass23,997 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    23,997 miles
    Test number
    961508487066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass23,971 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    23,971 miles
    Test number
    883179783165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass23,598 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    23,598 miles
    Test number
    335580211543
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake caliper worn resulting in movement of brake pads and pin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both tail lamps slightly flash with either indicator (4.2.3 (b))

  4. Fail23,598 miles (+115)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,598 miles
    Test number
    575160688334
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake component inadequately mounted Brake pad plate fitted so arrow is pointing in wrong direction (1.1.21 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake caliper worn resulting in movement of brake pads and pin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both tail lamps slightly flash with either indicator (4.2.3 (b))

  5. Pass23,483 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    23,483 miles
    Test number
    365350388748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass23,242 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    516718322340
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail23,240 miles (+652)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,240 miles
    Test number
    373276505178
    • DangerousFront Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousRear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass22,588 miles (+1,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    22,588 miles
    Test number
    138826638869
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

  9. Pass21,098 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    21,098 miles
    Test number
    235012098206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,862 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,862 miles
    Test number
    638144005214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,810 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    20,810 miles
    Test number
    155816194178
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass20,744 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    20,744 miles
    Test number
    948659793105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,569 miles (+210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,569 miles
    Test number
    799849192163
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass20,359 miles (+65)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,359 miles
    Test number
    346549891135
    • NoteFront indicator bulbs need replaceing turning white.

  15. Pass20,294 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,294 miles
    Test number
    890993800280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail20,289 miles (+1,127)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,289 miles
    Test number
    774163990109
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

  17. Pass19,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,162 miles
    Test number
    173511249128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

  18. Fail19,162 miles (+2,059)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,162 miles
    Test number
    401701949126
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

  19. Fail17,103 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,103 miles
    Test number
    161044118204
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Pass17,103 miles (+1,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,103 miles
    Test number
    840484518233
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  21. Pass15,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,994 miles
    Test number
    542078136217
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Questions about T79 FFV

Does T79 FFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T79 FFV is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T79 FFV?
The MOT on T79 FFV is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T79 FFV done?
T79 FFV was recorded at 23,997 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 406 miles a year.
Has T79 FFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 FFV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T79 FFV 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 T79 FFV find?
T79 FFV passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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