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G881 AAY

1990 Yamaha Fz

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,885 mi
Last recorded29,885 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fz30,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG881 AAY
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 29,885 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2024 29,820 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 29,354 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,732 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 27,780 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 27,225 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 26,399 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 26,115 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 24,488 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 23,049 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 22,211 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2012 21,423 miles

Battery retaining strap not fitted correctly

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fuel tank front and rear mounting bolts loose

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside and nearside handlebar switchgears slighty loose

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear brake slightly binding

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Speedo cable not secured correctly

Speedo drive incorrectly fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2012 21,401 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Battery retaining strap not fitted correctly

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fuel tank front and rear mounting bolts loose

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside and nearside handlebar switchgears slighty loose

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear brake slightly binding

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Speedo cable not secured correctly

Speedo drive incorrectly fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2007 21,353 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 21,308 miles

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

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

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

rear brake slightley bindeing(not shown on brake tester)

Fail 12 Oct 2006 21,225 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

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

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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G881 AAY is a 1990 Yamaha Fz in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G881 AAY, 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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G881 AAY is a 1990 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 9 May 1990.

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