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P896 RYM

1996 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,131 mi
Last recorded59,131 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR100028,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 RYM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 59,131 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 59,007 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension components (shock absorber & mountings) corroded but safe & secure.

Fail 15 Aug 2012 59,000 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

Centre Front Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension components (shock absorber & mountings) corroded but safe & secure.

Pass 31 May 2011 58,103 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 57,867 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Jun 2010 57,867 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 56,679 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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P896 RYM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P896 RYM, 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.

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What year was P896 RYM registered?

P896 RYM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 20 November 1996.

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