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F973 XSJ

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,246 mi
Last recorded57,246 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF973 XSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 57,246 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 55,962 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2014 55,129 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 May 2013 54,079 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 52,733 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 52,418 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 51,237 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 50,660 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2006 48,095 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 48,090 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

speedo cable not secured properly

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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F973 XSJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F973 XSJ, 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 F973 XSJ registered?

F973 XSJ is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 1 May 1989.

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