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D820 VKE

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,639 mi
Last recorded70,639 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD820 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 70,639 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 64,051 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 2 May 2017 63,998 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 60,425 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 60,422 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 60,416 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 60,391 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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D820 VKE is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 32,251 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D820 VKE, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D820 VKE registered?

D820 VKE is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is D820 VKE safe to buy?

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