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G539 YNF

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,817 mi
Last recorded40,817 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG539 YNF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2008 40,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 40,805 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 39,991 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 39,991 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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G539 YNF is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G539 YNF, 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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What year was G539 YNF registered?

G539 YNF is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 5 June 1997.

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