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F512 RVL

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,787 mi
Last recorded12,787 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF512 RVL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Jul 2010 12,787 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2010 12,787 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 29 Jul 2009 11,567 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 11,567 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 10,246 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

play in rear brake lever pivot bush

Pass 10 May 2008 10,246 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

play in rear brake lever pivot bush

Pass 5 May 2007 6,347 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 6,347 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 6,069 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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F512 RVL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 F512 RVL, 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 F512 RVL registered?

F512 RVL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F512 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F512 RVL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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