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K197 XBA

1993 Yamaha Fzr

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,051 mi
Last recorded39,051 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Fzr30,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 XBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,051 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 38,789 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 38,551 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 38,504 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 37,579 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 37,366 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,573 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 35,745 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 35,664 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 33,834 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 32,016 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,389 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 29,250 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 29,097 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,016 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 274,227 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,751 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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K197 XBA is a 1993 Yamaha Fzr in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 30,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K197 XBA, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K197 XBA?

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What year was K197 XBA registered?

K197 XBA is a 1993 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K197 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K197 XBA shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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