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G488 WEW

1997 Yamaha XTZ750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,875 mi
Last recorded45,875 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 WEW
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 45,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 45,742 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

the rear light mounting is slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Sep 2010 45,509 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 45,373 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 45,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 45,068 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 45,016 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ750?

Based on 4,132 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 76
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
wheel bearings have excessive free play 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
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G488 WEW is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XTZ750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G488 WEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XTZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G488 WEW is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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