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G465 OKW

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG465 OKW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021

Chainguard insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock rusty

Fail 5 Jun 2021

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Chainguard insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Mudguard insecure

Rear Shock rusty

Pass 13 May 2015 8 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

slight binding rear brake

slight contact radiator on r/h lock

Fail 9 May 2015 2 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

slight contact radiator on r/h lock

Pass 26 Apr 2010
Fail 23 Apr 2010

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 2,437 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 160 miles

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

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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G465 OKW is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,453 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 G465 OKW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G465 OKW is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 6 October 1997.

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