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G149 TGJ

1998 Yamaha FZR1000R

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,148 mi
Last recorded21,148 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R28,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG149 TGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2011 21,148 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 20,719 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,636 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 20,459 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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G149 TGJ is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 28,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G149 TGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G149 TGJ registered?

G149 TGJ is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is G149 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G149 TGJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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