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F768 RSF

1988 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,531 mi
Last recorded46,531 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF768 RSF
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 46,531 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 46,323 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 45,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2013 45,386 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 45,201 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 45,201 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 44,878 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 44,742 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 44,723 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2008 43,255 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

slight play on rear shocker links

Pass 26 Sep 2008 43,255 miles

slight play on rear shocker links

Pass 26 Oct 2007 41,999 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 26 Oct 2007 41,999 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 39,745 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2005 36,055 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr?

Based on 5,309 MOT tests across 719 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 125
reflector on motorcycle missing 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 67
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F768 RSF is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 33,708 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 Fzr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F768 RSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F768 RSF registered?

F768 RSF is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 3 August 1988.

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