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J503 VHK

1991 Yamaha FZR1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,179 mi
Last recorded67,179 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2014
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R27,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ503 VHK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2014 67,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 64,157 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 62,825 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 1 May 2009 61,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

O/S foot rest loose

Pass 2 May 2008 60,220 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 May 2008 60,220 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 58,428 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 58,407 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2006 55,747 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 55,746 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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J503 VHK is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R in Multi-colour with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 27,764 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 FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J503 VHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J503 VHK registered?

J503 VHK is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 20 August 1991.

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