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B9 XUP

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,952 mi
Last recorded9,952 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 XUP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 9,952 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 9,871 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 9,785 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 9,625 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 9,521 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 9,270 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 9,096 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 9,090 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 7,370 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 7,210 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 7,037 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 6,897 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 6,445 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 6,243 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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B9 XUP is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B9 XUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B9 XUP registered?

B9 XUP is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is B9 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 XUP shows 14 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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