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E38 BKM

1997 Yamaha Fzr 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,567 mi
Last recorded40,567 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE38 BKM
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr 1000
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 40,567 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 39,978 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 38,010 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2017 30,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

registration plate slightly delaminated

Pass 11 May 2016 28,514 miles

Fairing damage L/H side.

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 25,528 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 21 May 2014 19,303 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 May 2014 19,303 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 May 2013 15,065 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2012 13,796 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 May 2012 13,796 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

gear lever bent.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,380 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2010 10,242 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2009 8,166 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,154 miles

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2007 4,444 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 399 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr 1000?

Based on 761 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
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E38 BKM is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E38 BKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Fzr 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E38 BKM is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr 1000, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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