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G835 XWS

1998 Yamaha Fzr

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,084 mi
Last recorded40,084 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fzr23,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG835 XWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 40,084 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 36,458 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2016 36,458 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 34,618 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 34,368 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 33,148 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 May 2013 33,148 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 May 2012 31,558 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 31,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 28,486 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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G835 XWS is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 23,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G835 XWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G835 XWS registered?

G835 XWS is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 11 March 1998.

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