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P493 RGF

1996 Yamaha Fzr 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,582 mi
Last recorded19,582 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 RGF
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr 1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 19,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 19,582 miles

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail split /loose on the line (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 19,390 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 19,390 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2021 19,366 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 19,332 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 19,117 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 18,897 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2006 18,876 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr 1000?

Based on 761 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
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P493 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha Fzr 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P493 RGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Fzr 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P493 RGF is a 1996 Yamaha Fzr 1000, first registered on 16 August 1996.

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