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Q987GBF

1994 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,360 mi
Last recorded29,360 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FZR100027,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ987GBF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 29,360 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 29,356 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 29,226 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 28,071 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 23,629 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 23,557 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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Q987GBF is a 1994 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Q987GBF, 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 Q987GBF registered?

Q987GBF is a 1994 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 26 August 1994.

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The MOT history for Q987GBF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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