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C851 WKS

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,435 mi
Last recorded6,435 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC851 WKS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2016 6,435 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (9.2.8b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working forward facing (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (9.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 4,084 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 829 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 829 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,823 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 26,282 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

hand brake only fitted to one rear wheel

handle bar mounting rubbers weak

temporary rear number plate fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,153 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 25,725 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 24,982 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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C851 WKS is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C851 WKS, 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 C851 WKS registered?

C851 WKS is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 24 June 1997.

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The MOT history for C851 WKS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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