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E475 VYC

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,678 mi
Last recorded53,678 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE475 VYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 53,678 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 53,390 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 53,242 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 52,663 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 52,086 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 51,094 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 50,488 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 48,976 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 48,971 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 47,150 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,652 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 46,169 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 45,503 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2008 45,503 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 44,779 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 43,119 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 43,085 miles

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

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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E475 VYC is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 E475 VYC, 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 E475 VYC registered?

E475 VYC is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E475 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E475 VYC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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