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J267 TVS

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,757 mi
Last recorded15,757 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ267 TVS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2010 15,757 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,037 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 14,037 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 50,390 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 15 Jan 2008 50,386 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 4 May 2006 46,143 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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J267 TVS is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J267 TVS, 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 J267 TVS registered?

J267 TVS is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is J267 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J267 TVS shows 6 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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