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G289 VRV

1989 Yamaha Fzr

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,114 mi
Last recorded35,114 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fzr32,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG289 VRV
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 35,114 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 May 2024 34,625 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 34,430 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 33,683 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 33,135 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 32,900 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 32,144 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,314 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 30,314 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 28,106 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 11 Jun 2014 26,116 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,848 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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G289 VRV is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G289 VRV, 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 G289 VRV registered?

G289 VRV is a 1989 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is G289 VRV safe to buy?

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