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P726 ACD

1997 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,259 mi
Last recorded61,259 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR100026,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP726 ACD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 61,259 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 61,233 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 61,185 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 59,458 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

product on headlamp.

Pass 13 Aug 2013 59,052 miles

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

headlamp beam converter fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2012 57,364 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 57,364 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 56,685 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 56,685 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 55,603 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 53,873 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 52,360 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly worn

One of the two tail lamp bulbs not working

Uneven wear front tyre

Pass 25 May 2007 51,409 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 May 2007 51,399 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2006 46,604 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 46,604 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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P726 ACD is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,453 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 P726 ACD, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P726 ACD registered?

P726 ACD is a 1997 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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