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K693 SLM

1993 Yamaha FZR1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,160 mi
Last recorded47,160 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR1000R29,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK693 SLM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 47,160 miles

after market exhaust, noise level fine

Pass 19 Aug 2017 47,159 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 47,159 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 46,878 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 46,635 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 45,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 45,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 44,710 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 44,710 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 44,646 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 44,459 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 42,802 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 40,288 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 35,290 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 34,444 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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K693 SLM is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 29,061 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 FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K693 SLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K693 SLM registered?

K693 SLM is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 30 June 1993.

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