CarVerify

Free Car Check

D542 NYA

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,292 mi
Last recorded25,292 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD542 NYA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 25,292 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,008 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 24,772 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 24,772 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,609 miles

o/s front footrest slightly loose

o/s steering stop poor

fuel tap worn

Fail 22 Aug 2008 17,751 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,751 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 16,619 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 16,619 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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
Full Yamaha FZR1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D542 NYA is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D542 NYA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D542 NYA?

You can check the full history of D542 NYA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D542 NYA registered?

D542 NYA is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 April 1987.

Is D542 NYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D542 NYA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D542 NYA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D542 NYA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.