Yamaha R1

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1999 · 998 cc

T997 BSTMOT history

T997 BST is a multi-colour petrol Yamaha R1 first used on 5 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 29,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
29,209 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 BST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
R1
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 BST was last recorded at 29,209 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Oct 2008: 13,399 miles, lower than 22,780 miles on 26 Apr 2007.
  • 27 May 2020: 24,484 miles, lower than 38,441 miles on 11 Oct 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
28,779 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
430 miles
Average per year
367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,209 miles
  • 2025 – 28,779 miles
  • 2024 – 28,417 miles
  • 2022 – 28,062 miles
  • 2021 – 26,067 miles
  • 2020 – 24,484 miles
  • 2018 – 38,441 miles
  • 2017 – 36,107 miles
  • 2016 – 32,988 miles
  • 2015 – 28,020 miles
  • 2014 – 24,534 miles
  • 2013 – 19,604 miles
  • 2012 – 16,243 miles
  • 2011 – 15,598 miles
  • 2010 – 14,881 miles
  • 2008 – 13,339 miles
  • 2007 – 22,780 miles
  • 2006 – 21,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,209 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,209 miles (+430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    29,209 miles
    Test number
    266567972011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass28,779 miles (+362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    28,779 miles
    Test number
    610503003686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass28,417 miles (+355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    28,417 miles
    Test number
    326324675488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass28,062 miles (+1,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    476394148697
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

  5. Pass26,067 miles (+1,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    26,067 miles
    Test number
    297096302655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass24,484 miles (-13,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    24,484 miles
    Test number
    673403268548
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass38,441 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,441 miles
    Test number
    272840942912
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail38,425 miles (+2,318)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,425 miles
    Test number
    394266740076
    • MajorFront Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced when horn is pressed (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working with headlights on (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock on full lock left on horn pushing it into horn rad (2.1.4 (b))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced when horn is pressed (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass36,107 miles (+3,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,107 miles
    Test number
    581159334300
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

  10. Pass32,988 miles (+4,968)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,988 miles
    Test number
    834915692746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,020 miles (+3,486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,020 miles
    Test number
    826190817316
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass24,534 miles (+4,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    24,534 miles
    Test number
    836944644228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass19,604 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    19,604 miles
    Test number
    577110423262
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Fail19,545 miles (+3,302)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,545 miles
    Test number
    526845713267
    • FailureFront Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass16,243 miles (+645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    16,243 miles
    Test number
    406402122216
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  16. Pass15,598 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,598 miles
    Test number
    158917261462
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • NoteIndicators flashing max flash rate

  17. Fail15,598 miles (+717)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,598 miles
    Test number
    547776961057
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureExhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • NoteIndicators flashing max flash rate

  18. Pass14,881 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,881 miles
    Test number
    503082460084
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteIndicators flashing at maximum

  19. Fail14,881 miles (+1,542)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,881 miles
    Test number
    751212960021
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteIndicators flashing at maximum

  20. Pass13,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    13,339 miles
    Test number
    841295088256
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  21. Fail13,399 miles (-9,381)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,399 miles
    Test number
    620285388282
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  22. Pass22,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,780 miles
    Test number
    253536317184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,780 miles (+899)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,780 miles
    Test number
    893603317109
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)

  24. Pass21,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,881 miles
    Test number
    354720316186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T997 BST

Does T997 BST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 BST is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 BST?
The MOT on T997 BST is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 BST done?
T997 BST was recorded at 29,209 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 367 miles a year.
Has T997 BST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 BST has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T997 BST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 11 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T997 BST find?
T997 BST passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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