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D740 XAU

1987 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,391 mi
Last recorded43,391 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR100036,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD740 XAU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 43,391 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 42,984 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 42,676 miles

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 42,331 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 May 2014 42,005 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 41,122 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,024 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 40,270 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 40,270 miles

Inner Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 399,626 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 39,064 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 39,064 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 38,794 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 38,794 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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D740 XAU is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 D740 XAU, 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

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What year was D740 XAU registered?

D740 XAU is a 1987 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is D740 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D740 XAU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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