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E978 XUA

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE978 XUA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Nov 2010
Pass 22 Aug 2009

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Sep 2006 36,020 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 36,017 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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E978 XUA is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,370 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 E978 XUA, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E978 XUA registered?

E978 XUA is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 19 July 1996.

Is E978 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E978 XUA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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