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J857 PBF

1991 Yamaha FZR1000R

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,071 mi
Last recorded16,071 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R27,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ857 PBF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 16,071 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 15,994 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2020 15,937 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 14,538 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 14,532 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 14,532 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 14,532 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,237 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 14,237 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,628 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 13,628 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 13,145 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 13,145 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 13,086 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2006 12,460 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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J857 PBF is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J857 PBF, 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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J857 PBF is a 1991 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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