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M540 ABV

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,826 mi
Last recorded26,826 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 ABV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 26,826 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 26,648 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 26,474 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 26,431 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 26,369 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 26,345 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 26,323 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 26,260 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 26,200 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 26,200 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,184 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 26,046 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 25,745 miles

Number plate slightly deteriorated

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Slight cracking on side wall of rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2013 25,189 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2012 25,150 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,806 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 23,915 miles

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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M540 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M540 ABV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M540 ABV registered?

M540 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is M540 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 ABV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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