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E696 XTM

1987 Yamaha Fz

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,105 mi
Last recorded4,105 miles
Recorded on9 May 2008
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Fz33,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE696 XTM
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2008 4,105 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 4,105 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 4,105 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 4,105 miles

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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E696 XTM is a 1987 Yamaha Fz in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 33,126 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 E696 XTM, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E696 XTM registered?

E696 XTM is a 1987 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 28 September 1987.

Is E696 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E696 XTM shows 4 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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