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F255 DFR

1990 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2006
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fzr30,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF255 DFR
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2006 2 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 2 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Inner Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F255 DFR is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 30,761 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 F255 DFR, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F255 DFR registered?

F255 DFR is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 21 September 1990.

Is F255 DFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F255 DFR 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.

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