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G846 RFV

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Orange Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,959 mi
Last recorded40,959 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG846 RFV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 40,959 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 40,773 miles

Riders seat not secured by bolts

Fail 25 Sep 2013 40,762 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear brakeline tight, but not stretched with suspension operation

Riders seat not secured by bolts

Pass 9 Jun 2012 40,030 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 37,555 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 37,450 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Brake component is fractured (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

anodised brake pipe fittings not recommended for road use

Pass 8 Jun 2010 36,563 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 36,563 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 36,082 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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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G846 RFV is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Orange with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,370 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 G846 RFV, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G846 RFV registered?

G846 RFV is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 November 1996.

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