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H397 JLB

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Purple Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,180 mi
Last recorded34,180 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH397 JLB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2006 34,180 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 34,180 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 33,839 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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H397 JLB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Purple with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,160 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 H397 JLB, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H397 JLB registered?

H397 JLB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is H397 JLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H397 JLB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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