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C266 XRT

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Multi-colour Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

20,214 mi
Last recorded20,214 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC266 XRT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2012 20,214 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 20,214 miles

Centre Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Centre Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 20,244 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Centre Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2008 20,244 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 20,241 miles

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

slight exhaust blow at front flange.

Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 19,788 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 25 Oct 2006 19,785 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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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C266 XRT is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Multi-colour with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

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 C266 XRT, 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 C266 XRT registered?

C266 XRT is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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