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D133 YCH

1997 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,897 mi
Last recorded51,897 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Fzr33,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD133 YCH
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 51,897 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 51,897 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 50,189 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2010 50,188 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2009 47,507 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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D133 YCH is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 33,428 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D133 YCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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D133 YCH is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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