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F381 JGK

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,412 mi
Last recorded42,412 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF381 JGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 42,412 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 42,400 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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Pass 3 Jun 2024 42,299 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 42,105 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 41,796 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 41,555 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 41,262 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 40,138 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 37,599 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 37,554 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Alloy brake fitting are not recommended for road use.

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 34,000 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Oct 2009 34,000 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,065 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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F381 JGK is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,666 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F381 JGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F381 JGK registered?

F381 JGK is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 15 June 1989.

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The MOT history for F381 JGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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