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F452 XGL

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,075 mi
Last recorded25,075 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF452 XGL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 25,075 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 25,075 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 25,075 miles

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

chain dry

puncture repair rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2012 25,075 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

slight bind front brake

Fail 9 Jun 2012 25,075 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 23,466 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 23,462 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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F452 XGL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 30,464 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 FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F452 XGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F452 XGL registered?

F452 XGL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 2 June 1989.

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The MOT history for F452 XGL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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