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F389 GWD

1989 Yamaha FZR1000R

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,302 mi
Last recorded28,302 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R30,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF389 GWD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 28,302 miles

Chain connecting link damaged - not insecure

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2024 27,942 miles

Chain connecting rivet link peened incorrectly and split but appears secure

Pass 24 Jun 2023 27,814 miles

Chain connecting link 'squashed' and seals exposed

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside footrest broken but still usable

Pass 17 Apr 2021 27,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 27,552 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 27,146 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 27,048 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 26,968 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 26,960 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 26,621 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,102 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,339 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 24,634 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2009 23,846 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 23,835 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 16,893 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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F389 GWD is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 30,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F389 GWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F389 GWD registered?

F389 GWD is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 12 May 1989.

Is F389 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F389 GWD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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