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N853 BAU

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,757 mi
Last recorded30,757 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN853 BAU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2006 30,757 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 36,743 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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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N853 BAU is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N853 BAU, 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.

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What year was N853 BAU registered?

N853 BAU is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N853 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N853 BAU shows 2 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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