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E435 WEX

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,397 mi
Last recorded51,397 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE435 WEX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2026 51,397 miles

Direction indicator not working Both front not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator not working Both rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases several small holes and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced one of two bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre sidewall deteriorated

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 50,489 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 49,970 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 49,954 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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E435 WEX is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E435 WEX, 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 E435 WEX registered?

E435 WEX is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 30 December 1988.

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The MOT history for E435 WEX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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