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N488 BEO

1995 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,108 mi
Last recorded32,108 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR100025,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 BEO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 32,108 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 32,092 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 31,499 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 31,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 30,049 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 30,049 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 29,659 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 28,739 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 28,477 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 28,455 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 27,619 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 27,619 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 26,907 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 26,888 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

offside tail light not working(blown bulb/brake light works)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 25,532 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 25,263 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 25,263 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 25,253 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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N488 BEO is a 1995 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,274 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 N488 BEO, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N488 BEO registered?

N488 BEO is a 1995 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N488 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 BEO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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