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D901 SFJ

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,771 mi
Last recorded3,771 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD901 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 3,771 miles

slight bind in brakes when turned by hand.

slight exhaust blows at slip-on joint at head and collector joint.

some slight judder found in front brake test.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 11 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 11 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 22,698 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2006 22,698 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

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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D901 SFJ is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,012 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 D901 SFJ, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D901 SFJ registered?

D901 SFJ is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 27 March 1987.

Is D901 SFJ safe to buy?

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