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J242 MJK

2005 Yamaha FZX750

Bronze Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

4,867 mi
Last recorded4,867 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZX75011,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ242 MJK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 4,867 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 4,861 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 4,858 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 4,858 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 4,845 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 4,845 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 4,327 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 3,539 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 3,196 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 2,514 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 1,487 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 612 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 605 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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J242 MJK is a 2005 Yamaha FZX750 in Bronze with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 11,958 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 J242 MJK, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J242 MJK registered?

J242 MJK is a 2005 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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