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F68 KKK

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20 mi
Last recorded20 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF68 KKK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 20 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 8 miles

Front brakes slightly binding

Pass 30 Apr 2016 71 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 3 miles

Rear brake slightly binding

Fail 18 Apr 2015 3 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Jun 2013 8,793 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 8,793 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 41,332 miles

Alloy hydraulic hose fittings not recommended for road use.

Chain gaurd not fitted.

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear hugger not fitted.

Pass 4 Nov 2008 36,609 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 35,695 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 29,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2006 29,686 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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F68 KKK is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 30,464 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 FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F68 KKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F68 KKK is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 8 June 1989.

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