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E240 REL

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

49,270 mi
Last recorded49,270 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE240 REL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 49,270 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 48,631 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 48,487 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 48,211 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 47,954 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 47,682 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 47,342 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 46,330 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 46,101 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 45,662 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 45,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 45,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 45,267 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 45,013 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 44,825 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 44,440 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 44,438 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 44,264 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 43,723 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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E240 REL is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 E240 REL, 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 E240 REL registered?

E240 REL is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is E240 REL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E240 REL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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