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H385 JWL

1991 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,601 mi
Last recorded44,601 miles
Recorded on2 May 2020
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR100030,037 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH385 JWL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2020 44,601 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 44,539 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2016 44,539 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

Fail 16 May 2015 43,614 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2015 43,614 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2013 43,367 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,367 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 43,150 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 May 2012 43,150 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 42,026 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 42,026 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 40,685 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 40,651 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

clutch lever loos

Pass 28 Apr 2008 40,560 miles

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

indicators tinted

Pass 8 Jun 2006 40,448 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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H385 JWL is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 30,037 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 H385 JWL, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H385 JWL registered?

H385 JWL is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 May 1991.

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