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E226 RSD

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,617 mi
Last recorded41,617 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE226 RSD
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 41,617 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 41,201 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 41,160 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2013 38,700 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 38,699 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 37,685 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 36,322 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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E226 RSD is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 33,708 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 E226 RSD, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E226 RSD registered?

E226 RSD is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E226 RSD safe to buy?

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