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D686 VAU

1987 Yamaha FZ750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,503 mi
Last recorded11,503 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZ75042,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD686 VAU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 11,503 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 11,503 miles

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 10,927 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 50,911 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,911 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 48,474 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 476,052 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006
Fail 22 Mar 2006 43,909 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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D686 VAU is a 1987 Yamaha FZ750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 42,796 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 D686 VAU, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D686 VAU registered?

D686 VAU is a 1987 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 27 March 1987.

Is D686 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D686 VAU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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