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L791 XLL

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,115 mi
Last recorded43,115 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL791 XLL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 43,115 miles

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 43,063 miles

Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 42,660 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 41,383 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 41,163 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 32,927 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 32,922 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 32,647 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 32,340 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 29,090 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 26,031 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 31 May 2014 64,360 miles

tape on headlamp to cover offside kick up

Pass 1 Jun 2013 63,501 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Fail 1 Jun 2013 63,501 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

tape on headlamp to cover kick up to offside

Pass 23 Apr 2011 62,219 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 59,734 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 58,534 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 58,534 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 53,875 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 53,867 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 29 Oct 2005 53,859 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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L791 XLL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L791 XLL, 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 L791 XLL registered?

L791 XLL is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 January 1998.

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