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D224 VRP

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

439 mi
Last recorded439 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD224 VRP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 439 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 439 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 201 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 40,837 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 40,837 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 39,951 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 39,951 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 29 Apr 2006 39,919 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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D224 VRP is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 D224 VRP, 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 D224 VRP registered?

D224 VRP is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 23 April 1987.

Is D224 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D224 VRP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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