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F514 OMJ

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,232 mi
Last recorded27,232 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF514 OMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 27,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front brake slight bind

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 27,230 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front brake slight bind

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,194 miles

Anodised brake pipe ends not recamended for road use

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Slight bind rear brake

Fail 3 Jul 2010 27,194 miles

Anodised brake pipe ends not recamended for road use

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Slight bind rear brake

Fail 15 Mar 2010 27,151 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch pivot lock nut missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Petrol cap seal starting to deteriate

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Slight bind on rear brake

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,201 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

clutch pivot lock nut missing

front brake master cylinder angle of fitment

gear pedal pivot worn

slight wear on rear brake anchor rod

Fail 23 Mar 2009 35,063 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

clutch pivot lock nut missing

front brake master cylinder angle of fitment

gear pedal pivot worn

slight wear on rear brake anchor rod

Pass 2 Apr 2008 25,322 miles

Clutch lever pivot lock nut missing

Drive chain rusty

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

Front master cylinder at incorrect angle of fitment

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 22 Mar 2008 25,322 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 master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever pivot lock nut missing

Drive chain rusty

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

Front master cylinder at incorrect angle of fitment

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 21,072 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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F514 OMJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F514 OMJ, 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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F514 OMJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 25 May 1989.

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