CarVerify

Free Car Check

E490 EAL

1988 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,706 mi
Last recorded20,706 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZR100032,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE490 EAL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 20,706 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 20,557 miles

NS bar grip loose

Pass 6 Jul 2019 20,013 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 19,721 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 19,607 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2007 19,607 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 19,447 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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
Full Yamaha FZR1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E490 EAL is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E490 EAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E490 EAL?

You can check the full history of E490 EAL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E490 EAL registered?

E490 EAL is a 1988 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E490 EAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E490 EAL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E490 EAL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E490 EAL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.