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F708 TMT

1989 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,823 mi
Last recorded40,823 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF708 TMT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 40,823 miles

front and rear tyres obviously under inflated

Pass 7 Jun 2023 40,791 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 40,791 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

security device missing rear wheel nut

Pass 28 Nov 2017 40,779 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,735 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 40,730 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,653 miles

only one dip beam working

Pass 10 Jun 2008 40,458 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 May 2007 40,215 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 40,215 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

two tail light bulbs fitted but only one working on tail and stop

Pass 24 Jun 2005 39,950 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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F708 TMT is a 1989 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F708 TMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F708 TMT registered?

F708 TMT is a 1989 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 30 May 1989.

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The MOT history for F708 TMT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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