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D552 HPO

1997 Yamaha FZX750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,521 mi
Last recorded36,521 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZX75033,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD552 HPO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 36,521 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 36,452 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 36,446 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 36,329 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 36,144 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 36,143 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 36,099 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 36,085 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 35,752 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 35,592 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 35,471 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 35,402 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 35,332 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 35,012 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

handlebars slightly deformed

Fail 19 Aug 2010 35,012 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

handlebars slightly deformed

Pass 25 Jul 2006 34,828 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 34,821 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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D552 HPO is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 D552 HPO, 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 D552 HPO registered?

D552 HPO is a 1997 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is D552 HPO safe to buy?

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