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K518 PFB

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,117 mi
Last recorded28,117 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 PFB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,117 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 26,441 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 26,304 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 19,548 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 36,690 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 3,635 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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K518 PFB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K518 PFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K518 PFB registered?

K518 PFB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 23 July 1998.

Is K518 PFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K518 PFB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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