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L179 BPK

1993 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,638 mi
Last recorded35,638 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR100030,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL179 BPK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 35,638 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 35,526 miles

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

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 35,315 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 34,360 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 28,875 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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L179 BPK is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 30,683 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 L179 BPK, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L179 BPK registered?

L179 BPK is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 10 September 1993.

Is L179 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L179 BPK shows 5 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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