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F617 OFJ

1989 Yamaha Radian

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,054 mi
Last recorded31,054 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Radian24,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF617 OFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2020 31,054 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 30,606 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 30,606 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 30,560 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 30,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 29,835 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Number plate light not working.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 29,830 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Number plate light not working.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,348 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 27,364 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 22,371 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 16,971 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Radian?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
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F617 OFJ is a 1989 Yamaha Radian in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Radian models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 24,630 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 Radian fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F617 OFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Radian typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Radian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F617 OFJ registered?

F617 OFJ is a 1989 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F617 OFJ safe to buy?

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