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C511 YRF

1996 Yamaha Fz

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,518 mi
Last recorded13,518 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC511 YRF
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 13,518 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 13,518 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 13,441 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2016 13,441 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 13,132 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 84,549 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2007 84,549 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 83,968 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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C511 YRF is a 1996 Yamaha Fz in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C511 YRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Fz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C511 YRF registered?

C511 YRF is a 1996 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is C511 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C511 YRF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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