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J477 HMV

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,142 mi
Last recorded25,142 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ477 HMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2024 25,142 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 24,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 24,262 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 23,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 22,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 20,815 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 32,977 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 30,906 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 30,230 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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J477 HMV is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J477 HMV, 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 J477 HMV registered?

J477 HMV is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 28 April 1998.

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The MOT history for J477 HMV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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