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M838 VGS

1995 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,923 mi
Last recorded28,923 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Fzr28,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM838 VGS
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 28,923 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2015 28,908 miles

Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

F/N/S indicator not seated in housing correctly

Front brakes beginning to bind

Front nearside and offside caliper securing bolts not correct fitment but secure at time of test

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

Speedometer hub fitted incorrectly

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 49,881 miles

fork seals weeping

front tyre wearing close to limit

rear brake lever slightly bent

uneven wear to rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2013 49,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2013 49,869 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 48,716 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 48,716 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 44,875 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 42,977 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2008 41,013 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 34,064 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 34,032 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Offside Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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M838 VGS is a 1995 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 28,913 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M838 VGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M838 VGS registered?

M838 VGS is a 1995 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 3 April 1995.

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