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R681 SFR

1998 Yamaha Fazer

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,221 mi
Last recorded61,221 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fazer38,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 SFR
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 61,221 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 61,221 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak from engine

Pass 18 Jun 2020 61,221 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

incorrect oil filler cap fitted

speedo not working

Fail 18 Jun 2020 61,221 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated both calipers (1.1.13 (b))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

incorrect oil filler cap fitted

speedo not working

Pass 27 Apr 2018 61,221 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 49,010 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 48,742 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 46,474 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 44,324 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 44,324 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 43,114 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 43,114 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 38,096 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 31,026 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 29,449 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 27,480 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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R681 SFR is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fazer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,248 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 Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R681 SFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R681 SFR registered?

R681 SFR is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is R681 SFR safe to buy?

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