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D281 AMX

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22 mi
Last recorded22 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD281 AMX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2012 22 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 1,061 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 1,091 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

No pillion seat or footrests fitted at time of test

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2008
Pass 9 Jul 2007

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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D281 AMX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 D281 AMX, 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 D281 AMX registered?

D281 AMX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 27 May 1987.

Is D281 AMX safe to buy?

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