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R994 AKP

1998 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,693 mi
Last recorded25,693 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR100031,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR994 AKP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 25,693 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 24,681 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 24,041 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 24,033 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 23,008 miles

Central Front head light converter fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 22,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 21,186 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 21,111 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 20,338 miles

Central Front HEADLIGHT COVERS FITTED

Pass 12 Jul 2016 19,335 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 18,872 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,328 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,774 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,330 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 16,979 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 16,358 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 15,508 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 14,699 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2007 13,684 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 12,391 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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R994 AKP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,160 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 R994 AKP, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R994 AKP registered?

R994 AKP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R994 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R994 AKP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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