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F55 JSS

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Silver Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,696 mi
Last recorded34,696 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF55 JSS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,696 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 34,696 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F55 JSS is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Silver with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 F55 JSS, 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 F55 JSS registered?

F55 JSS is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 10 April 1989.

Is F55 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F55 JSS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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