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N970 KAT

1995 Yamaha Fzr

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,125 mi
Last recorded22,125 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Fzr28,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN970 KAT
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 22,125 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2016 21,989 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 May 2016 21,986 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,624 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 21,642 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,463 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 21,209 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 21,200 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,369 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 17,685 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 17,679 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

chain loose

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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N970 KAT is a 1995 Yamaha Fzr in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 28,913 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N970 KAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N970 KAT registered?

N970 KAT is a 1995 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N970 KAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N970 KAT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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