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C480 VFD

1985 Yamaha FZ750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,193 mi
Last recorded65,193 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FZ75034,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC480 VFD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2011 65,193 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 55,002 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 55,000 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 55,694 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 55,531 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 54,534 miles

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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C480 VFD is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C480 VFD, 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 C480 VFD registered?

C480 VFD is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C480 VFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C480 VFD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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