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J440 HGC

1999 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,961 mi
Last recorded3,961 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZR100029,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ440 HGC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 3,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 2,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 2,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 4,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 May 2023 4,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 1,985 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 1,985 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2012 525 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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J440 HGC is a 1999 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 29,647 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 J440 HGC, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J440 HGC registered?

J440 HGC is a 1999 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is J440 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J440 HGC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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