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F268 OPM

1989 Yamaha FZ750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

92,168 mi
Last recorded92,168 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZ75032,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF268 OPM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 92,168 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2026 92,163 miles

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

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced lamp dislodged from headlamp (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar LH (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2017 92,135 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 91,465 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 91,006 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 90,645 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 90,316 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 89,676 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 88,929 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 88,298 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 87,432 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 87,060 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 86,445 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 85,368 miles

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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F268 OPM is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 32,682 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 F268 OPM, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F268 OPM registered?

F268 OPM is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 16 January 1989.

Is F268 OPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F268 OPM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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