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E293 MUE

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,904 mi
Last recorded57,904 miles
Recorded on14 May 2009
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE293 MUE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2009 57,904 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 56,689 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 56,689 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 54,013 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 54,013 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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E293 MUE is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E293 MUE, 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 E293 MUE registered?

E293 MUE is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 15 March 1988.

Is E293 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E293 MUE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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