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P879 ALJ

1994 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,466 mi
Last recorded15,466 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FZR100027,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 ALJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 15,466 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 15,313 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 15,236 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 14,967 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 13,998 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 13,998 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,976 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 11,405 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 11,251 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 11,173 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 11,173 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 11,157 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 10,295 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 9,493 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 7,423 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 7,184 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 6,572 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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P879 ALJ is a 1994 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 27,264 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 P879 ALJ, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P879 ALJ registered?

P879 ALJ is a 1994 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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The MOT history for P879 ALJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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