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C706 NMW

1986 Yamaha FZX750

Red Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,678 mi
Last recorded49,678 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1986 Yamaha FZX75035,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC706 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 49,678 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 49,662 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 49,657 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 49,655 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Oct 2014 49,648 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2014 49,648 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 49,583 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 48,603 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 44,508 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 44,508 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZX750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 286 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Horn not working 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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C706 NMW is a 1986 Yamaha FZX750 in Red with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 35,456 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 FZX750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C706 NMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C706 NMW registered?

C706 NMW is a 1986 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C706 NMW safe to buy?

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