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E697 KUY

1988 Yamaha Fz

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,310 mi
Last recorded40,310 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2006
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fz35,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE697 KUY
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2006 40,310 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Aug 2006 40,310 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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E697 KUY is a 1988 Yamaha Fz in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E697 KUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E697 KUY registered?

E697 KUY is a 1988 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E697 KUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E697 KUY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E697 KUY have outstanding finance?

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