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E287 FTY

1988 Yamaha FZ750

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,349 mi
Last recorded43,349 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZ75036,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE287 FTY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 43,349 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 42,439 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 40,422 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 37,656 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 34,910 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,847 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 32,866 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 32,179 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 31,680 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 30,989 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 30,598 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,724 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 28,665 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,665 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 26,989 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 26,989 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 26,984 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 26,984 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 26,931 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 26,931 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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E287 FTY is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750 in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 36,606 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 E287 FTY, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E287 FTY registered?

E287 FTY is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 16 June 1988.

Is E287 FTY safe to buy?

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