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E318 WCL

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,777 mi
Last recorded43,777 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE318 WCL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2016 43,777 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 43,771 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 43,626 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 43,493 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 43,290 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 42,838 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,412 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 41,968 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 41,416 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 40,620 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 39,318 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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E318 WCL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E318 WCL, 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 E318 WCL?

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What year was E318 WCL registered?

E318 WCL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is E318 WCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E318 WCL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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