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G4 XUP

1990 Yamaha Fzr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,831 mi
Last recorded27,831 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fzr30,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 XUP
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 27,831 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 27,817 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 27,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 27,689 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 27,256 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,420 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 26,420 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 24,213 miles

Nearside upper fairing damaged

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,944 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 22,944 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 22,595 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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G4 XUP is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 G4 XUP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G4 XUP registered?

G4 XUP is a 1990 Yamaha Fzr, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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