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F488 SLF

1989 Yamaha FZR600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,354 mi
Last recorded33,354 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR60032,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 SLF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 33,354 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 31,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 31,859 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 27,216 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 23,658 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 21,796 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 21,789 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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F488 SLF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F488 SLF, 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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What year was F488 SLF registered?

F488 SLF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 10 April 1989.

Is F488 SLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 SLF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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