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J131 REY

1995 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,515 mi
Last recorded43,515 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR100025,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ131 REY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,515 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 43,515 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 45,510 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 42,336 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 42,325 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 40,445 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 38,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 34,791 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 34,791 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2006 34,413 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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J131 REY is a 1995 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,274 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 J131 REY, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J131 REY is a 1995 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 4 May 1995.

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