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989

1987 Yamaha FZR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,688 mi
Last recorded14,688 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZR40036,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration989
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR400
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,688 miles

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

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

driving controls fouling clocks but not inpeding driving controls

right foot peg incomplete

Fail 25 Jul 2012 14,688 miles

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

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

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

driving controls fouling clocks but not inpeding driving controls

right foot peg incomplete

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR400?

Based on 5,045 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
530
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 209
reflector on motorcycle missing 143
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 106
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 61
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989 is a 1987 Yamaha FZR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 36,502 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 FZR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 989, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha FZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 989 registered?

989 is a 1987 Yamaha FZR400, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is 989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 989 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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