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G238 VPE

1990 Yamaha FZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,575 mi
Last recorded23,575 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FZ75032,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG238 VPE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 23,575 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 23,575 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 23,396 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 23,396 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,874 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,758 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 224,777 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 224,777 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 21,968 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 21,968 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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G238 VPE is a 1990 Yamaha FZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 32,747 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 G238 VPE, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G238 VPE registered?

G238 VPE is a 1990 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 11 April 1990.

Is G238 VPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G238 VPE shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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