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R950 DBA

1998 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,594 mi
Last recorded31,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fzr23,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 DBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 31,594 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 31,038 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 30,534 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 30,121 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 29,672 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 29,062 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,121 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 27,131 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 26,282 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 24,106 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 21,863 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 20,276 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 19,184 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 17,788 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 16,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2010 14,728 miles

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

Headlamps fitted with masks

Pass 19 Jun 2010 14,728 miles

Headlamps fitted with masks

Pass 4 Jul 2009 13,982 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 13,982 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 13,857 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 13,857 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2007 13,811 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 13,811 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2006 12,957 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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R950 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 23,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R950 DBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R950 DBA registered?

R950 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R950 DBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R950 DBA shows 24 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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