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Q218VAE

1971 Yamaha FZR1000

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98 mi
Last recorded98 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ218VAE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 98 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2021 92 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 23 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 18 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both front and rear indicators flash when indicating left or right (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 18 Apr 2018 39,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 37,767 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 35,993 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 35,993 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2009 34,257 miles

no indicators fitted

rear pillion foot rests removed

Fail 13 May 2009 34,257 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

no indicators fitted

rear pillion foot rests removed

Fail 23 Jun 2008 34,244 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 29,071 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2006 28,773 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 28,289 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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Q218VAE is a 1971 Yamaha FZR1000 in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Q218VAE, 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 55 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Q218VAE is a 1971 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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