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J985 BHJ

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,646 mi
Last recorded63,646 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 BHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 63,646 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 63,624 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 63,624 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 63,395 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2020 63,395 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 63,337 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 63,337 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 63,224 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 62,950 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 62,251 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 62,196 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 61,865 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

side stand insecure

Pass 27 Apr 2011 61,006 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 60,786 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 60,221 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 58,526 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 58,526 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 58,312 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 58,312 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 27,673 miles

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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J985 BHJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,453 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 J985 BHJ, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J985 BHJ registered?

J985 BHJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is J985 BHJ safe to buy?

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