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E373 DMA

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

2,399 mi
Last recorded2,399 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE373 DMA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 2,399 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 2,399 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 2,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 2,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush upper and lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 1,649 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 1,649 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 1,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 945 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019
Pass 24 Jul 2018

no indicators at time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2016 63,057 miles

no indicators fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2015 61,951 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 59,381 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 36,754 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 36,747 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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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E373 DMA is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 E373 DMA, 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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E373 DMA is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 5 February 1997.

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