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F866 SMK

1989 Yamaha Fzr

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101 mi
Last recorded101 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fzr32,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF866 SMK
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 101 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 26,690 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 26,690 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 26,690 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 26,690 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2007 26,690 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 26,690 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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F866 SMK is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 32,309 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 F866 SMK, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F866 SMK registered?

F866 SMK is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 17 April 1989.

Is F866 SMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F866 SMK 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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