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G496 WCD

1997 Yamaha Fzr

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,167 mi
Last recorded64,167 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Fzr33,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG496 WCD
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 64,167 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012
Pass 30 Jun 2011 53,896 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 53,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 51,044 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 49,604 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 39,554 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 39,523 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2006 32,304 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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G496 WCD is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 33,428 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G496 WCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G496 WCD registered?

G496 WCD is a 1997 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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