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C444 BYK

1985 Yamaha FZ750

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,724 mi
Last recorded97,724 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FZ75034,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC444 BYK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 97,724 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 97,571 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 96,436 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 95,494 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 94,317 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jun 2015 91,571 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 89,511 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 89,427 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 89,427 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 88,422 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 88,422 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 87,859 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 87,336 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 87,318 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

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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C444 BYK is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750 in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 34,377 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 C444 BYK, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C444 BYK registered?

C444 BYK is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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The MOT history for C444 BYK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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