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E493 XUX

1988 Yamaha Fz

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,618 mi
Last recorded43,618 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fz35,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE493 XUX
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 43,618 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 43,618 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 40,816 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 35,962 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 34,882 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 32,596 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 30,557 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 28,862 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 26,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 24,233 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 24,150 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 24,150 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 24,060 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2006 22,642 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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E493 XUX is a 1988 Yamaha Fz in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E493 XUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E493 XUX registered?

E493 XUX is a 1988 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E493 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E493 XUX shows 14 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.

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