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G768 XAE

1990 Yamaha FZR1000R

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,144 mi
Last recorded40,144 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FZR1000R32,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG768 XAE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 40,144 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Riders footrests non standard fitment.

front tyre has uneven wear pattern

Fail 9 Mar 2013 40,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre has uneven wear pattern

rear drive chain dry and slack

Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,921 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 29,921 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 23,551 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 23,516 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 21,384 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 21,339 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 19,176 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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G768 XAE is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000R in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 32,499 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 FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G768 XAE, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G768 XAE registered?

G768 XAE is a 1990 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 20 April 1990.

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