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K271 VKP

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,948 mi
Last recorded24,948 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK271 VKP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2015 24,948 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,938 miles

o/s handle bar rubber worn

Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,508 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 24,257 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 23,167 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 22,835 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 21,625 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2005 63,507 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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K271 VKP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 K271 VKP, 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 K271 VKP registered?

K271 VKP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is K271 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K271 VKP shows 8 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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