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J926 JOU

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,904 mi
Last recorded11,904 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ926 JOU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2011 11,904 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 11,815 miles

Slight weep from right hand caliper

Fail 1 Apr 2008 11,785 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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J926 JOU is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,160 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J926 JOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J926 JOU registered?

J926 JOU is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is J926 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J926 JOU shows 3 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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