CarVerify

Free Car Check

A7 XUP

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 989cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,688 mi
Last recorded45,688 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 XUP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 45,688 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 45,686 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 45,431 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 45,431 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 44,572 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
Full Yamaha FZR1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A7 XUP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,160 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 XUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 XUP?

You can check the full history of A7 XUP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A7 XUP registered?

A7 XUP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is A7 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 XUP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 XUP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A7 XUP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.