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E862 BDV

1988 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,200 mi
Last recorded26,200 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE862 BDV
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 26,200 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 26,200 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,199 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 26,199 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,176 miles

Bodywork Insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 26,139 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Bodywork Insecure

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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E862 BDV is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 E862 BDV, 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 E862 BDV registered?

E862 BDV is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is E862 BDV safe to buy?

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