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D492 YGX

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

Orange Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,392 mi
Last recorded5,392 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD492 YGX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2014 5,392 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 5,392 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 5,254 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 5,232 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

non standard size registration plate fitted

Pass 16 May 2012 3,445 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 2,098 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 2,098 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 585 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 27,869 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 27,860 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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D492 YGX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in Orange with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D492 YGX, 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 D492 YGX registered?

D492 YGX is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 13 May 1987.

Is D492 YGX safe to buy?

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