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F472 BKR

1988 Yamaha Fz

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,232 mi
Last recorded36,232 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Fz35,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF472 BKR
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 36,232 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 36,169 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

FRONT WHEEL TO HEADSTOCK OUT OF ALIGNMENT

Pass 7 Jun 2012 35,327 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

right hand rear side light not working

Pass 17 Jun 2011 34,125 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 34,054 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

aftermarket exhaust fitted

some parts of bodywork removed

Pass 25 Jul 2008 32,594 miles

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

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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F472 BKR is a 1988 Yamaha Fz in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 35,644 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 F472 BKR, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F472 BKR registered?

F472 BKR is a 1988 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 22 August 1988.

Is F472 BKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F472 BKR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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