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F538 AFX

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Green Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,444 mi
Last recorded38,444 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF538 AFX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2024 38,444 miles

Brake component insecure bolt in front disc not tighten all the way (1.1.21 (c))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 38,291 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 38,281 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 38,166 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 37,171 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 36,003 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 35,810 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2014 35,295 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 35,184 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 34,900 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 46,870 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 46,238 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 45,155 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 44,534 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

bolts found to be lose on test on bike

Fail 20 May 2006 44,530 miles

Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

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

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Front Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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F538 AFX is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Green with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 F538 AFX, 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 F538 AFX registered?

F538 AFX is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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