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G55 XNL

1990 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,541 mi
Last recorded20,541 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FZR100031,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG55 XNL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 20,541 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 20,456 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 20,355 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 19,259 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 19,250 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2015 19,250 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 19,226 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 19,136 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 19,136 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 19,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 19,081 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 18,661 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,439 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,337 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 18,186 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 17,838 miles

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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G55 XNL is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 31,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G55 XNL, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G55 XNL registered?

G55 XNL is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 9 July 1990.

Is G55 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G55 XNL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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