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E283 PFR

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

31,865 mi
Last recorded31,865 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE283 PFR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 31,865 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 31,858 miles

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2013 30,589 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 30,567 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 30,495 miles

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

Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 28,677 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 28,618 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Offside Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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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E283 PFR is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,453 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 E283 PFR, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E283 PFR registered?

E283 PFR is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 February 1997.

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