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J126 FGN

1992 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,718 mi
Last recorded25,718 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FZR100028,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ126 FGN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 25,718 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 30,367 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 30,359 miles

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 30,265 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 30,173 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 28,914 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 28,903 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 26,824 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 26,824 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 25,675 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 24,541 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2008 23,614 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 23,491 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 23,491 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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J126 FGN is a 1992 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 28,648 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 J126 FGN, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J126 FGN registered?

J126 FGN is a 1992 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 7 May 1992.

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