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E589 BGT

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,412 mi
Last recorded74,412 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE589 BGT
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 74,412 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 74,312 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2007 74,083 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 71,659 miles

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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E589 BGT is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E589 BGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E589 BGT registered?

E589 BGT is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E589 BGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E589 BGT 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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