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F517 CJW

1989 Yamaha FZ750

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,973 mi
Last recorded32,973 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZ75032,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF517 CJW
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 32,973 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 31,985 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 31,570 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 30,933 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 30,461 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2018 28,887 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 28,884 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 27,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,822 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 25,373 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 25,373 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 24,544 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 24,509 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 23,008 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 22,769 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 22,404 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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F517 CJW is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750 in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 F517 CJW, 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 F517 CJW registered?

F517 CJW is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 7 April 1989.

Is F517 CJW safe to buy?

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