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E796 GHJ

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,432 mi
Last recorded35,432 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE796 GHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 35,432 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Oct 2017 35,431 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play dog bone up and down freeplay (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 34,838 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 34,828 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 34,787 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,439 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Apr 2011 33,438 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2009 32,876 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 32,659 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,075 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 31,075 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 27,775 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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E796 GHJ is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E796 GHJ, 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 E796 GHJ registered?

E796 GHJ is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 26 May 1988.

Is E796 GHJ safe to buy?

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