CarVerify

Free Car Check

G277 XWS

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Grey Petrol 989cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,725 mi
Last recorded20,725 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG277 XWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 20,725 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 20,536 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 20,347 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight cracking to side wall tyre 21 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 20,347 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight cracking to side wall tyre 21 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing PRS Replaced (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 19,485 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 19,485 miles

Front Brake lever insecure lock nut missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Fork yoke insecure bolt missing (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached bolt loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2016 19,415 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 19,415 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 May 2013 15,420 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 18,935 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 17,646 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 17,644 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 30 May 2008 17,167 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 14,695 miles

horn weak.

slight binding on front brake.

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
Full Yamaha FZR1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G277 XWS is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Grey with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 G277 XWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G277 XWS?

You can check the full history of G277 XWS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G277 XWS registered?

G277 XWS is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is G277 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G277 XWS shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G277 XWS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G277 XWS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.