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C668 LWJ

1986 Yamaha FZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,174 mi
Last recorded38,174 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FZ75038,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC668 LWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 38,174 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 37,752 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 37,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 36,526 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,137 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 35,495 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,851 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 34,851 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 34,336 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 34,336 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2017 33,706 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 32,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 31,922 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 30,802 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 29,918 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013 29,915 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 29,121 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 27,999 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 26,680 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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C668 LWJ is a 1986 Yamaha FZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 38,710 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 C668 LWJ, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C668 LWJ registered?

C668 LWJ is a 1986 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C668 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C668 LWJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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