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JAZ 1978

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,478 mi
Last recorded23,478 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAZ 1978
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2021 23,478 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 23,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Seat cowl is insecure.

Pass 15 Feb 2019 23,453 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 23,435 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,415 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 23,373 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 23,331 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,264 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 23,218 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 23,131 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 22,986 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 22,879 miles

slight wear to front disc bobbins (floating discs) nearside and offside

Pass 13 Feb 2009 22,806 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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JAZ 1978 is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JAZ 1978, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JAZ 1978 registered?

JAZ 1978 is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is JAZ 1978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAZ 1978 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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