Yamaha XS750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha XS750 car check
Is the Yamaha XS750 reliable? We analysed 1,899 real MOT tests across 446 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha XS750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and direction indicator not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha XS750.
Yamaha XS750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha XS750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha XS750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha XS750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha XS750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha XS750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha XS750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha XS750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha XS750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha XS750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 69 | 89.9% | 24,016 | 27,773 | 36,856 |
| 1982 | 128 | 83.6% | 16,169 | 30,063 | 33,950 |
| 1981 | 179 | 78.8% | 22,226 | 33,884 | 42,873 |
| 1980 | 229 | 83.8% | 21,044 | 29,124 | 41,440 |
| 1979 | 264 | 85.2% | 11,371 | 20,148 | 36,817 |
| 1978 | 421 | 80.5% | 22,139 | 31,399 | 42,921 |
| 1977 | 225 | 83.6% | 17,767 | 25,080 | 35,699 |
How Long Does a Yamaha XS750 Last?
Based on 446 Yamaha XS750 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha XS750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha XS750 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 XS750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.9% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
78.8% MOT pass rate from 179 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha XS750 is 1983, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.9% across 69 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha XS750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha XS750 THIS CAR | 82.2% | 1,899 | 27,606 mi | 49 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 |
| Vauxhall Astra Sri Turbo CVT | 88.2% | 808 | 21,404 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha XS750 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha XS750Should you buy a used Yamaha XS750?
The Yamaha XS750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.2% across 1,899 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 XS750 are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (41 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (19), and direction indicator not working (16). 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 XS750 owner drives around 319 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 XS750 models stay on UK roads for around 49 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.