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D187 WJX

1987 Yamaha FZX750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,013 mi
Last recorded3,013 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2010
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZX75029,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD187 WJX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2010 3,013 miles

modified motorcycle

Pass 2 Feb 2010 2,636 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

No lights fitted at time of test

gear lever bent

rear wheel slightly binding

Fail 18 Jan 2010 2,633 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

No lights fitted at time of test

gear lever bent

rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 29 Jan 2008 10 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 7 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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D187 WJX is a 1987 Yamaha FZX750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 29,291 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 D187 WJX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D187 WJX registered?

D187 WJX is a 1987 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 7 April 1987.

Is D187 WJX safe to buy?

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