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E529 NOU

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,414 mi
Last recorded11,414 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE529 NOU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 11,414 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 11,330 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 May 2020 11,330 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 11,049 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 10,609 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 10,590 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 10,492 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 9,586 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,076 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 8,076 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 6,690 miles

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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E529 NOU 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 81.8%.

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 E529 NOU, 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.

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What year was E529 NOU registered?

E529 NOU is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is E529 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E529 NOU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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