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E297 VUB

1988 Yamaha FZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,914 mi
Last recorded44,914 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZ75036,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE297 VUB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 44,914 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 44,575 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 44,575 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 42,934 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 42,186 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 40,967 miles

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

front (upper) forks slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,999 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 38,335 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 38,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 35,659 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 35,659 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 34,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 32,292 miles

slight play on rear suspension and shocker links

Fail 2 Jun 2009 32,292 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight play on rear suspension and shocker links

Pass 29 Mar 2008 30,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2008 30,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 26,963 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2006 26,963 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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E297 VUB is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E297 VUB, 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 E297 VUB registered?

E297 VUB is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 7 June 1988.

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