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N288 DDY

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,206 mi
Last recorded35,206 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN288 DDY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2010 35,206 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 35,206 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 35,206 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2009 34,807 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 34,807 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 34,753 miles

Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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N288 DDY is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,453 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 N288 DDY, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N288 DDY registered?

N288 DDY is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 23 July 1997.

Is N288 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N288 DDY shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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