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B285 RRT

1998 Yamaha FZ750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,602 mi
Last recorded66,602 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZ75031,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB285 RRT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 66,602 miles

Bike presented for test with headlight glass temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2013 66,528 miles

Bike presented for test with headlight glass temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester.

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Oct 2011 65,081 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 63,617 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Nov 2010 63,617 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2009 61,633 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 59,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 22 Apr 2008 59,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2006 57,351 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ750?

Based on 4,340 MOT tests across 749 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
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B285 RRT is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,039 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 FZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B285 RRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B285 RRT registered?

B285 RRT is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is B285 RRT safe to buy?

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