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F899 JKR

1989 Yamaha 535

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,503 mi
Last recorded44,503 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha 53525,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 JKR
MakeYamaha
Model535
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 44,503 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 44,171 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 43,634 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 42,278 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 41,232 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 40,789 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 40,658 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 40,015 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 39,504 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 39,399 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 38,369 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 37,979 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 37,920 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 37,920 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 37,911 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 535?

Based on 1,147 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
387
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
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F899 JKR is a 1989 Yamaha 535 in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 25,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F899 JKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha 535 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F899 JKR registered?

F899 JKR is a 1989 Yamaha 535, first registered on 26 June 1989.

Is F899 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F899 JKR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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