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E188 PWD

1988 Yamaha FZX750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,066 mi
Last recorded59,066 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZX75032,767 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE188 PWD
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 59,066 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 58,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 58,487 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 57,930 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 57,167 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 54,663 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 54,396 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 54,396 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2005 51,671 miles

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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E188 PWD is a 1988 Yamaha FZX750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 32,767 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E188 PWD, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E188 PWD registered?

E188 PWD is a 1988 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 10 March 1988.

Is E188 PWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E188 PWD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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