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L897 FDV

1994 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,176 mi
Last recorded39,176 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Fzr28,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL897 FDV
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 May 2014 39,176 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicators small in size and flashing speed close to maximum 120 beats per minute

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 10 May 2014 39,176 miles

Indicators small in size and flashing speed close to maximum 120 beats per minute

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 35,912 miles

Flashers flashing fast and very small

Intermitant falt on side light but working when tested

Slight play in monoshock bearings

Pass 10 Dec 2011 34,188 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 33,298 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 33,298 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 31,599 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 30,327 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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L897 FDV is a 1994 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 28,493 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 L897 FDV, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L897 FDV registered?

L897 FDV is a 1994 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 13 May 1994.

Is L897 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L897 FDV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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