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E869 MPX

1988 Yamaha Fzr 1000

Purple Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,549 mi
Last recorded24,549 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fzr 100028,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE869 MPX
MakeYamaha
ModelFzr 1000
Year1988
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 24,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

front brake reservoir loose

no chainguard

Pass 19 Mar 2015 494 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain guard missing

Fail 21 Feb 2014 30,141 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Chain guard missing

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 30,141 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 804 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2012 804 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 7,005 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 5,896 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 7,352 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 35,117 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fzr 1000?

Based on 761 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
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E869 MPX is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr 1000 in Purple with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fzr 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 28,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fzr 1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E869 MPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fzr 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha Fzr 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E869 MPX is a 1988 Yamaha Fzr 1000, first registered on 7 July 1988.

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