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FV09 BKU

2009 Yamaha FZR1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,554 mi
Last recorded21,554 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 BKU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 21,554 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 20,814 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 20,796 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 20,626 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 20,626 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front control not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 14,959 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 12,643 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 10,231 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 9,361 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 7,984 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2016 7,984 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 5,387 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 5,398 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 5,398 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 4,905 miles

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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FV09 BKU is a 2009 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV09 BKU, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FV09 BKU registered?

FV09 BKU is a 2009 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 August 2009.

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