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G283 PYC

1990 Yamaha Fzr

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,856 mi
Last recorded48,856 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fzr30,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG283 PYC
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 48,856 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 42,324 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Mar 2015 42,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 37,894 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,730 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,447 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front brake slight bind

rear tyre pluged

Fail 22 Mar 2012 35,447 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front brake slight bind

rear tyre pluged

Pass 6 Apr 2011 35,216 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 35,047 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 32,809 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

clutch lever bolt nut missing

fuel tank rim and seal corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2008 32,809 miles

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

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

clutch lever bolt nut missing

fuel tank rim and seal corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2007 30,918 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 30,643 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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G283 PYC is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 30,761 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 G283 PYC, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Fzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G283 PYC registered?

G283 PYC is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 16 June 1990.

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The MOT history for G283 PYC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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