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F201 EVG

1989 Yamaha Radian

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,370 mi
Last recorded35,370 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Radian24,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF201 EVG
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 35,370 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 35,324 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

main stand spring loose

Fail 26 Jul 2012 33,420 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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 Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 33,420 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 33,109 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,318 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 30,473 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 30,473 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Radian?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
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F201 EVG is a 1989 Yamaha Radian in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Radian models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 24,630 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 Radian fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F201 EVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Radian typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Radian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F201 EVG registered?

F201 EVG is a 1989 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F201 EVG safe to buy?

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