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F514 STF

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Yellow Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

58,268 mi
Last recorded58,268 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF514 STF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 58,268 miles

Both tyres are 10 years old

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 58,227 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Both tyres are 10 years old

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 58,087 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 57,534 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 57,335 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 57,119 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 57,039 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 56,797 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 56,637 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2018 56,637 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 56,490 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 55,995 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 55,394 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 54,404 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 53,733 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 53,179 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 52,771 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 52,501 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 52,163 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 51,723 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 50,642 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 STF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Yellow with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 STF, 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 F514 STF registered?

F514 STF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F514 STF safe to buy?

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