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F380 SFU

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF380 SFU
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake pedal damaged

no lights fitted at time of test

oil cooler hose ferrules fractured...advise replacement

Pass 30 Jan 2024

no lights fitted at time of mot

Fail 19 Mar 2015 69,610 miles

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,884 miles

non standard can fitted

Fail 18 Jun 2013 42,884 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,970 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Jun 2012 38,970 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 38,483 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 37,695 miles

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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F380 SFU is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F380 SFU, 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.

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What year was F380 SFU registered?

F380 SFU is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F380 SFU safe to buy?

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