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F294 SBL

1989 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,139 mi
Last recorded7,139 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR60032,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 SBL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 7,139 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 28 May 2014 71,388 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 May 2014 7,138 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 7,138 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 5,822 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 5,805 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 3,048 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 31 Jul 2008 3,014 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 3,006 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 2,928 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,826 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR600?

Based on 14,305 MOT tests across 2,032 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 427
reflector on motorcycle missing 301
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 284
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 199
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 177
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F294 SBL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 32,624 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 FZR600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 427 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F294 SBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F294 SBL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 5 April 1989.

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