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D828 FYJ

1997 Yamaha FZ750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,245 mi
Last recorded58,245 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZ75039,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD828 FYJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 58,245 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2019 58,242 miles

Front Inner Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 58,226 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 58,210 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 58,201 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 57,089 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 56,120 miles

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

Serface cracks in side wall of rear tyre

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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D828 FYJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZ750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 39,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D828 FYJ, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D828 FYJ registered?

D828 FYJ is a 1997 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 19 March 1997.

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The MOT history for D828 FYJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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