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N896 OYO

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,384 mi
Last recorded34,384 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN896 OYO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 34,384 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 32,363 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 32,191 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 31,128 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 31,106 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 31,086 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 31,013 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 31,013 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,994 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,712 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 22,418 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 22,131 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 21,771 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 20,717 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 20,717 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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N896 OYO is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N896 OYO, 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 N896 OYO registered?

N896 OYO is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N896 OYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N896 OYO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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