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D140 LFX

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,328 mi
Last recorded32,328 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD140 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 32,328 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 32,275 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 31,991 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside direction indicators slightly fast

Pass 4 Dec 2017 31,968 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 31,968 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,078 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both discs worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy noisier than std (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 50,437 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 47,215 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 47,215 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,853 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

rear half of frontmudgaurd missing

side pannel mounts broken but secure

Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,695 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Front mudgaurd cracked

N/S/F Indicator lens cracked and taped in place.

Number plate cracked and is poor condition

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 32,160 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 32,134 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

FRONT MUDGUARD INSECURE

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

clutch lever bent and operation poor to the point of being DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2007 25,959 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2007 25,850 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 18,737 miles

slight weep from fork seals

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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D140 LFX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,012 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 D140 LFX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D140 LFX registered?

D140 LFX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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