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D71 ELM

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,174 mi
Last recorded30,174 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD71 ELM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 30,174 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2005 30,106 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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
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D71 ELM is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D71 ELM, 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.

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What year was D71 ELM registered?

D71 ELM is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is D71 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D71 ELM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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