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F79 EJC

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,732 mi
Last recorded47,732 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF79 EJC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 47,732 miles

Rear shock absorber stiff

Fail 22 Mar 2016 47,730 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber stiff

Pass 20 Jul 2013 46,481 miles

Rear shock absorber stiff

Pass 10 Jul 2012 45,321 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 45,321 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2011 44,394 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 41,903 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2008 41,847 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 39,749 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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F79 EJC is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F79 EJC, 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 F79 EJC registered?

F79 EJC is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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