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L96 WOT

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,668 mi
Last recorded31,668 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL96 WOT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 31,668 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 31,320 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 31,312 miles

Stop lamp not working front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 31,087 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 30,867 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 29,867 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 28,783 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 28,783 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 28,622 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 28,345 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2011 28,345 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,339 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 27,339 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2009 24,422 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 24,422 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 30,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Jul 2008 30,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,607 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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L96 WOT is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L96 WOT, 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 L96 WOT registered?

L96 WOT is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is L96 WOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L96 WOT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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