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F294 TLY

1988 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,980 mi
Last recorded53,980 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 TLY
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 53,980 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 53,545 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 53,545 miles
Pass 30 May 2006

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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F294 TLY is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F294 TLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F294 TLY registered?

F294 TLY is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F294 TLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F294 TLY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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