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E201 NUV

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,174 mi
Last recorded29,174 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE201 NUV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2008 29,174 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,174 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 28,378 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2006 26,962 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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E201 NUV is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 33,478 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 E201 NUV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E201 NUV registered?

E201 NUV is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is E201 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E201 NUV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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