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F431 JAT

1988 Yamaha FZ750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,256 mi
Last recorded32,256 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZ75036,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF431 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 32,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 29,312 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 29,312 miles

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,743 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 25,743 miles

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

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 21,226 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,794 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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F431 JAT is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F431 JAT, 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.

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What year was F431 JAT registered?

F431 JAT is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F431 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F431 JAT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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