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E281 MUE

1988 Yamaha FZX750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,483 mi
Last recorded19,483 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZX75032,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE281 MUE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2007 19,483 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 19,448 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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E281 MUE is a 1988 Yamaha FZX750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 32,767 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 E281 MUE, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E281 MUE registered?

E281 MUE is a 1988 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 18 February 1988.

Is E281 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E281 MUE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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