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N890 UFX

1996 Yamaha Yzf

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

34,937 mi
Last recorded34,937 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Yzf27,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN890 UFX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 34,937 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 May 2024 34,909 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 34,908 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,542 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 30,190 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 29,378 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 28,892 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 27,684 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 27,283 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 26,425 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 25,454 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 25,454 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 21,888 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 18,692 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 17,140 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 14,936 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 14,936 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 13,779 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 11,499 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,499 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,533 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 10,210 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2005 9,325 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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N890 UFX is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 27,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N890 UFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N890 UFX registered?

N890 UFX is a 1996 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N890 UFX safe to buy?

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