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J545 FVF

1996 Yamaha Fzr

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,868 mi
Last recorded16,868 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Fzr27,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ545 FVF
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 16,868 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2009 16,671 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 16,671 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2008 16,577 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 16,577 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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J545 FVF is a 1996 Yamaha Fzr in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 27,179 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J545 FVF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J545 FVF?

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What year was J545 FVF registered?

J545 FVF is a 1996 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is J545 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J545 FVF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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