MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,821 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?
Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K289 VKO is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000 in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1993 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 30,683 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 K289 VKO, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was K289 VKO registered?
K289 VKO is a 1993 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1993.
Is K289 VKO safe to buy?
The MOT history for K289 VKO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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