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F70 WRU

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

Yellow Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,651 mi
Last recorded39,651 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF70 WRU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 39,651 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 39,277 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2021 39,259 miles

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

Rear suspension has a slight creak during operation

Fail 17 May 2021 39,248 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 37,021 miles

front tyre worn

Fail 30 May 2020 37,010 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre worn

Pass 15 Mar 2007 36,054 miles

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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F70 WRU is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in Yellow with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F70 WRU, 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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What year was F70 WRU registered?

F70 WRU is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F70 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F70 WRU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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