Yamaha Fzr1000
MotorcycleFrom 302 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured and a lamp missing or inoperative. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 4 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 3 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or hazard warning missing or inoperative | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 9.7% of Fzr1000 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £61.
Typical mileage
Half of all Fzr1000s tested had between 12,952 and 35,941 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,716 median miles, the Fzr1000 has 0.063 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Fzr1000 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Fzr1000 has a 82.5% MOT pass rate based on 302 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fzr1000?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Fzr1000 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Fzr1000 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Fzr1000 is 27,716 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,952 and 35,941 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.