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G40 XBY

1990 Yamaha Fz

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,003 mi
Last recorded66,003 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Fz30,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG40 XBY
MakeYamaha
ModelFz
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 66,003 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 66,000 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 65,988 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 65,988 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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G40 XBY is a 1990 Yamaha Fz in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Fz models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,596 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 G40 XBY, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha Fz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G40 XBY registered?

G40 XBY is a 1990 Yamaha Fz, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G40 XBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G40 XBY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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