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E353 TWR

1988 Yamaha Fzr

Grey Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

57 mi
Last recorded57 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE353 TWR
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2021 57 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 1 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 1 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 13,370 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 13,370 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 11,345 miles

only one rear side and rear brake light is working

Fail 17 Jan 2014 11,339 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

only one rear side and rear brake light is working

Pass 20 May 2009 6,236 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 6,235 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 45,162 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2008 45,161 miles

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2006 44,121 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 44,121 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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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E353 TWR is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in Grey with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 E353 TWR, 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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E353 TWR is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 March 1988.

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