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G612 JFL

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,472 mi
Last recorded28,472 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG612 JFL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,472 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 28,411 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 24,199 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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G612 JFL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Multi-colour with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,666 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 FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G612 JFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G612 JFL registered?

G612 JFL is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 3 August 1989.

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The MOT history for G612 JFL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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