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D806 UTU

1998 Yamaha FZ750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,205 mi
Last recorded18,205 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZ75031,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD806 UTU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 18,205 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 18,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 18,163 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely front lever notchy when applied (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected snagged on steering during test, cable pulled out of mount on carb and held revs on. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain has tight spot caused by stiff links.

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main Frame - surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm- surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre low on pressure

Slight oil leak from engine- possibly from water pump seal

Pass 27 Aug 2019 18,106 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 17,858 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,854 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

rear drive chain in poor condition

Fail 21 Jun 2018 17,854 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

aftermarket exhaust fitted

rear drive chain in poor condition

Pass 21 Oct 2015 17,786 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,652 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,951 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,479 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 40,307 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 39,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Nov 2006 39,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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D806 UTU is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,039 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 D806 UTU, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D806 UTU registered?

D806 UTU is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is D806 UTU safe to buy?

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