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L785 JOP

1998 Yamaha FZ750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,957 mi
Last recorded7,957 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZ75031,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL785 JOP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2020 7,957 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 7,941 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,914 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 7,901 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 7,886 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 7,717 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 7,692 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 7,621 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,574 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,560 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 7,541 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,518 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 7,468 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 25 Jun 2005 7,431 miles

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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L785 JOP is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L785 JOP, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L785 JOP registered?

L785 JOP is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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