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C869 XLM

1998 Yamaha FZ750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,988 mi
Last recorded58,988 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZ75031,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC869 XLM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2011 58,988 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 58,383 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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 25 Feb 2006 57,618 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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C869 XLM is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 C869 XLM, 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.

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What year was C869 XLM registered?

C869 XLM is a 1998 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is C869 XLM safe to buy?

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