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F768 YSD

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

35,037 mi
Last recorded35,037 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF768 YSD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 35,037 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 34,915 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 34,915 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 34,724 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 34,635 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 34,399 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 34,391 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 34,060 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 34,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 33,521 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 33,517 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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F768 YSD is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 F768 YSD, 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 F768 YSD registered?

F768 YSD is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 20 June 1989.

Is F768 YSD safe to buy?

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