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G556 KBD

1990 Yamaha Fz

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,998 mi
Last recorded99,998 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fz30,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG556 KBD
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 99,998 miles

loud pipe fitted

Fail 9 May 2015 1,629 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2015 1,629 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 49,493 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 49,464 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

Fail 1 May 2013 48,219 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

surface rust on brake discs

Pass 1 May 2013 48,219 miles

surface rust on brake discs

Pass 16 Mar 2012 45,726 miles

front tyre worn close to limit in places

fuel line old/outer material freyed but not leaking

Pass 13 Apr 2010 42,069 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 42,065 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fz?

Based on 849 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

81.9%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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G556 KBD is a 1990 Yamaha Fz in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,596 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 Fz fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G556 KBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fz typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G556 KBD registered?

G556 KBD is a 1990 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 3 January 1990.

Is G556 KBD safe to buy?

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