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D89 FDL

1987 Yamaha FZX750

Bronze Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,333 mi
Last recorded15,333 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZX75029,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD89 FDL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 15,333 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 15,285 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 15,273 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 15,267 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Jun 2020 15,227 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 15,206 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 14,729 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 14,729 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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D89 FDL is a 1987 Yamaha FZX750 in Bronze with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 29,291 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 D89 FDL, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D89 FDL registered?

D89 FDL is a 1987 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D89 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D89 FDL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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