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J472 PFX

1991 Yamaha XTZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,764 mi
Last recorded8,764 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XTZ75033,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ472 PFX
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ750
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 8,764 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 6,421 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 4,494 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 560 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 23,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front fork gators fitted at time of test

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear no rear foot rest fitted

Rear no rear mud gard fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2008 34,516 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 34,516 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 30,364 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 30,364 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Dec 2005 23,567 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 23,567 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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J472 PFX is a 1991 Yamaha XTZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XTZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 33,439 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 XTZ750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J472 PFX, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha XTZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J472 PFX registered?

J472 PFX is a 1991 Yamaha XTZ750, first registered on 17 September 1991.

Is J472 PFX safe to buy?

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