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G530 YBA

1998 Yamaha FZR1000R

Grey Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,023 mi
Last recorded23,023 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R28,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG530 YBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 23,023 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 22,931 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 22,744 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 22,014 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 34,820 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 34,472 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 34,472 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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G530 YBA is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R in Grey with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G530 YBA, 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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How do I check the history of G530 YBA?

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What year was G530 YBA registered?

G530 YBA is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is G530 YBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G530 YBA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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