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F399 HTO

1989 Yamaha FZX750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,943 mi
Last recorded14,943 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZX75021,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF399 HTO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 14,943 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 14,943 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 14,936 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 14,729 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 14,728 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 14,452 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 10,982 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 10,982 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,448 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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F399 HTO is a 1989 Yamaha FZX750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,899 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 F399 HTO, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F399 HTO registered?

F399 HTO is a 1989 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 20 January 1989.

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The MOT history for F399 HTO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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