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F848 RSF

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

24,508 mi
Last recorded24,508 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF848 RSF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 24,508 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2026 24,508 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake torsion bar front mounting bolt and nut missing securing split pin (1.1.21 (c))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 23,345 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2025 23,345 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 23,150 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 23,150 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,133 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 23,124 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

bolt missing from xup valve cover

Pass 26 Jun 2010 23,124 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

bolt missing from xup valve cover

Pass 20 Jun 2009 22,980 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,791 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 22,791 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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F848 RSF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 F848 RSF, 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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F848 RSF is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 26 May 1989.

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