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G523 XTN

1998 Yamaha FZR1000R

Grey Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

53,904 mi
Last recorded53,904 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R28,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG523 XTN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 53,904 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 53,450 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 53,260 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 52,932 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 52,016 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 50,976 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,242 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 49,549 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 49,549 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 48,502 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 46,783 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 44,991 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 44,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 43,050 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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G523 XTN is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R in Grey with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 G523 XTN, 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 G523 XTN registered?

G523 XTN is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 22 June 1998.

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