Yamaha YZF750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha YZF750 car check
Is the Yamaha YZF750 reliable? We analysed 7,247 real MOT tests across 1,015 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha YZF750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, reflector on motorcycle missing and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha YZF750.
Yamaha YZF750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha YZF750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha YZF750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha YZF750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha YZF750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha YZF750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha YZF750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha YZF750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha YZF750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha YZF750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 106 | 83.0% | 16,179 | 22,994 | 32,970 |
| 2000 | 73 | 87.7% | 4,316 | 22,559 | 27,092 |
| 1999 | 203 | 84.2% | 12,018 | 19,396 | 28,030 |
| 1998 | 488 | 85.9% | 13,616 | 20,502 | 28,782 |
| 1997 | 358 | 85.2% | 15,905 | 21,786 | 29,670 |
| 1996 | 928 | 86.1% | 18,027 | 24,234 | 30,508 |
| 1995 | 1,092 | 81.9% | 16,038 | 23,057 | 30,706 |
| 1994 | 2,142 | 84.1% | 21,661 | 26,986 | 35,429 |
| 1993 | 1,524 | 82.5% | 20,755 | 27,222 | 35,552 |
How Long Does a Yamaha YZF750 Last?
Based on 1,015 Yamaha YZF750 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha YZF750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha YZF750 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 YZF750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.7% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
81.9% MOT pass rate from 1,092 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha YZF750 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.7% across 73 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha YZF750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha YZF750 THIS CAR | 84.0% | 7,247 | 25,273 mi | 33 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 |
| Mercedes C220 CDI Avantgde SE A | 70.6% | 2,292 | 148,357 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha YZF750 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha YZF750Should you buy a used Yamaha YZF750?
The Yamaha YZF750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% across 7,247 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 YZF750 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (104 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (100), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (95). 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 YZF750 owner drives around 458 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 YZF750 models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.