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J397 GES

1992 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,415 mi
Last recorded34,415 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha FZR100028,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ397 GES
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 34,415 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 34,383 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 34,360 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 34,144 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 32,637 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 31,821 miles

Both front Brake disc thrust washers have slight play

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 31,363 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 30,762 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 80,066 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 80,001 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 77,298 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 76,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake disc rotors worn but remain servicable

only 50% of rear position light working

Fail 19 May 2011 76,078 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake disc rotors worn but remain servicable

only 50% of rear position light working

Pass 17 Mar 2010 74,674 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 74,249 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 71,796 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 64,706 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 64,543 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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J397 GES is a 1992 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J397 GES, 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 J397 GES registered?

J397 GES is a 1992 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J397 GES safe to buy?

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