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J541 NJR

1998 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,491 mi
Last recorded2,491 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fzr23,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ541 NJR
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2019 2,491 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Forks in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected front mudguard brace missing (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 2,497 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2017 2,497 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 1,940 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 7 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 52,783 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 49,612 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 49,616 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 49,616 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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J541 NJR is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 23,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J541 NJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J541 NJR registered?

J541 NJR is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 3 September 1998.

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