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F898 OFJ

1989 Yamaha Radian

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,567 mi
Last recorded23,567 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Radian24,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF898 OFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,567 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 23,339 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 23,332 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,771 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 22,771 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,100 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,042 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,658 miles

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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F898 OFJ 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 75%.

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 F898 OFJ, 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 F898 OFJ registered?

F898 OFJ is a 1989 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F898 OFJ safe to buy?

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