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M76 HEC

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,325 mi
Last recorded14,325 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM76 HEC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 14,325 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 14,250 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 13,439 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 11,581 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 9,918 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 9,915 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 8,659 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 8,656 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 7,988 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 7,986 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 7,045 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2009 7,025 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 5,299 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 5,162 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2006 5,152 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 5,133 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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M76 HEC is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 M76 HEC, 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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M76 HEC is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 July 1998.

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