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G949 FPU

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,249 mi
Last recorded35,249 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG949 FPU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2017 35,249 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 34,503 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 33,001 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 31,016 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 30,001 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2011 28,806 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,827 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 26,807 miles

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

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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G949 FPU is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G949 FPU, 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 G949 FPU registered?

G949 FPU is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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