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F556 JAT

1989 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,666 mi
Last recorded53,666 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2008
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fzr32,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF556 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2008 53,666 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 53,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 51,605 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 51,394 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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F556 JAT is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 32,309 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F556 JAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F556 JAT registered?

F556 JAT is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F556 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F556 JAT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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