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N381 JVT

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,153 mi
Last recorded37,153 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN381 JVT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 37,153 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 36,690 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 36,690 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2006 36,633 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 36,594 miles

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

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

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

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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N381 JVT is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,370 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 N381 JVT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N381 JVT registered?

N381 JVT is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N381 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N381 JVT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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