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F943 XUM

1988 Yamaha Fzr

Blue Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,178 mi
Last recorded40,178 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2007
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr33,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF943 XUM
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2007 40,178 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 39,726 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 36,736 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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F943 XUM is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr in Blue with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 33,708 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 F943 XUM, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F943 XUM registered?

F943 XUM is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 2 August 1988.

Is F943 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F943 XUM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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