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J639 HMV

1991 Yamaha FZR1000R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,964 mi
Last recorded15,964 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R27,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ639 HMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 15,964 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 15,962 miles

Stop lamp not working Front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 15,644 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 15,644 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 14,764 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 14,698 miles

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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J639 HMV is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J639 HMV, 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 J639 HMV registered?

J639 HMV is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J639 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J639 HMV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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