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C997 ANW

1985 Yamaha FZ750

Yellow Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,130 mi
Last recorded1,130 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Yamaha FZ75034,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC997 ANW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 1,130 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 907 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 691 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 382 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 380 miles

Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 207 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 15 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

brake pedal pivot worn

gear change pivot worn

headlamp unit securing bolts loose

Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,433 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

sidestand pivot worn

Fail 5 Apr 2012 12,433 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

sidestand pivot worn

Pass 21 Oct 2005 11,686 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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C997 ANW is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750 in Yellow with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C997 ANW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C997 ANW registered?

C997 ANW is a 1985 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 27 September 1985.

Is C997 ANW safe to buy?

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