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M897 XWS

2005 Yamaha FZX750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,311 mi
Last recorded19,311 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Yamaha FZX75011,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM897 XWS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,311 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,679 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Jul 2010 17,679 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,773 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,460 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 16,460 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2006 15,450 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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M897 XWS is a 2005 Yamaha FZX750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M897 XWS, 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 M897 XWS registered?

M897 XWS is a 2005 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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The MOT history for M897 XWS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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