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F260 THW

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,758 mi
Last recorded60,758 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF260 THW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 60,758 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 60,589 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 60,589 miles

Stop lamp not working rear switch adjusted (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 60,473 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 60,010 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 59,712 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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F260 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F260 THW, 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 F260 THW registered?

F260 THW is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is F260 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F260 THW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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