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F235 GWG

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,779 mi
Last recorded40,779 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF235 GWG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 40,779 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 40,753 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 39,738 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 39,735 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 39,030 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 39,030 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 38,143 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,296 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 35,560 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 34,012 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 34,010 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,353 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 32,839 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 32,267 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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F235 GWG is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,666 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F235 GWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F235 GWG registered?

F235 GWG is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 27 June 1989.

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The MOT history for F235 GWG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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