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G171 XMT

1990 Yamaha FZR1000

Grey Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,176 mi
Last recorded42,176 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FZR100031,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG171 XMT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 42,176 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 42,041 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2021 42,041 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 41,860 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 41,822 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 41,780 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 41,725 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 41,649 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 41,534 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 41,534 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 41,394 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 4 Nov 2013 41,394 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2012 40,937 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 40,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 40,363 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 40,144 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 39,862 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 38,591 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 37,815 miles

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

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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G171 XMT is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 in Grey with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 31,396 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 G171 XMT, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G171 XMT registered?

G171 XMT is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 21 May 1990.

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