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E291 BGN

1988 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,591 mi
Last recorded2,591 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE291 BGN
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2015 2,591 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 1,400 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2012 1,341 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 1,140 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

only used during day light hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

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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E291 BGN is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E291 BGN, 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 E291 BGN registered?

E291 BGN is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 7 July 1988.

Is E291 BGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E291 BGN shows 5 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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