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E805 GRG

1999 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZR100029,647 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE805 GRG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 58,316 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 58,145 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 54,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 54,667 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 51,427 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearings slightly notchy.

Pass 24 Jun 2006 48,844 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 48,844 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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E805 GRG is a 1999 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 29,647 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 E805 GRG, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E805 GRG registered?

E805 GRG is a 1999 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 15 March 1999.

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The MOT history for E805 GRG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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