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A4 YAM

1988 Yamaha FZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,752 mi
Last recorded14,752 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZ75036,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 14,752 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 14,430 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 14,296 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 14,118 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 14,047 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 13,881 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 13,811 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 13,667 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 13,446 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 13,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 12,866 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 12,795 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 12,688 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 May 2006 12,658 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight bind on both brakes

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ750?

Based on 4,340 MOT tests across 749 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
749
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
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A4 YAM is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 36,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 YAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 YAM registered?

A4 YAM is a 1988 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 16 June 1988.

Is A4 YAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 YAM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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