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E701 YVM

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,796 mi
Last recorded22,796 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE701 YVM
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 22,796 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 22,320 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 22,302 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 22,302 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached shock absorber mounting bolt (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 22,065 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 22,000 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 Jul 2016 21,989 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 21,989 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 21,942 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 21,693 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 21,634 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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E701 YVM is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E701 YVM, 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.

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What year was E701 YVM registered?

E701 YVM is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 14 April 1988.

Is E701 YVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E701 YVM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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