Yamaha FZX750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha FZX750 car check
Is the Yamaha FZX750 reliable? We analysed 2,159 real MOT tests across 286 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha FZX750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha FZX750.
Yamaha FZX750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha FZX750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha FZX750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha FZX750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha FZX750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha FZX750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha FZX750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha FZX750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha FZX750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha FZX750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 58 | 84.5% | 3,808 | 11,958 | 16,871 |
| 2003 | 94 | 75.5% | 20,395 | 24,638 | 40,095 |
| 2001 | 100 | 79.0% | 24,238 | 34,234 | 64,076 |
| 2000 | 66 | 81.8% | 26,938 | 42,074 | 55,412 |
| 1999 | 113 | 79.6% | 15,968 | 33,728 | 39,535 |
| 1998 | 140 | 83.6% | 29,768 | 37,820 | 41,566 |
| 1997 | 324 | 81.5% | 22,842 | 33,478 | 47,180 |
| 1996 | 136 | 75.7% | 20,892 | 30,728 | 42,418 |
| 1994 | 54 | 81.5% | 21,376 | 30,000 | 49,115 |
| 1992 | 75 | 84.0% | 9,325 | 31,309 | 58,416 |
| 1990 | 58 | 77.6% | 18,244 | 26,423 | 46,478 |
| 1989 | 148 | 85.8% | 12,143 | 21,899 | 30,932 |
| 1988 | 232 | 78.9% | 23,904 | 32,767 | 44,723 |
| 1987 | 221 | 78.3% | 20,455 | 29,291 | 44,810 |
| 1986 | 140 | 83.6% | 19,340 | 35,456 | 50,149 |
How Long Does a Yamaha FZX750 Last?
Based on 286 Yamaha FZX750 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha FZX750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha FZX750 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha FZX750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.8% MOT pass rate from 148 tests
75.5% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha FZX750 is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 148 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha FZX750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha FZX750 THIS CAR | 80.5% | 2,159 | 31,336 mi | 40 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Aprilia Rx 125 | 71.9% | 2,014 | 9,055 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha FZX750 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha FZX750Should you buy a used Yamaha FZX750?
The Yamaha FZX750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.5% across 2,159 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha FZX750 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (33 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (32), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (26). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha FZX750 owner drives around 422 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha FZX750 models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.