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F281 CHE

1988 Yamaha Fz

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,536 mi
Last recorded58,536 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fz35,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF281 CHE
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2013 58,536 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 58,535 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear spindle washer missing

Pass 13 Jun 2012 58,092 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 57,770 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 57,770 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Fail 14 May 2008 57,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

slight binding to front brake

Pass 31 Oct 2006 55,448 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 55,448 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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F281 CHE is a 1988 Yamaha Fz in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,644 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 Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F281 CHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F281 CHE registered?

F281 CHE is a 1988 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 14 August 1988.

Is F281 CHE safe to buy?

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