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F293 MWV

1989 Yamaha Fj

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,358 mi
Last recorded60,358 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2008
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Fj43,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF293 MWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFj
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2008 60,358 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 55,833 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 50,505 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fj?

Based on 1,513 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
845
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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F293 MWV is a 1989 Yamaha Fj in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Fj models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fj fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F293 MWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fj typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha Fj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F293 MWV registered?

F293 MWV is a 1989 Yamaha Fj, first registered on 3 May 1989.

Is F293 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F293 MWV shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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