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J783 GGO

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,048 mi
Last recorded31,048 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ783 GGO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,048 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 30 May 2009 30,949 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Inner Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 May 2009 30,949 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 May 2008 30,461 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 30,461 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 28,846 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2006 27,545 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Jun 2006 27,539 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Top up clutch fluid

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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J783 GGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 33,478 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 J783 GGO, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J783 GGO registered?

J783 GGO is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is J783 GGO safe to buy?

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