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A7 WMX

1989 Yamaha FZX750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,826 mi
Last recorded26,826 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZX75021,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 WMX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZX750
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 26,826 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 24,460 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 24,027 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 23,357 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 23,054 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 23,054 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 22,535 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019 21,967 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 21,564 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 May 2018 21,564 miles

Central Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 May 2017 20,817 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 20,312 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 20,312 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 18,813 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 18,036 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 17,512 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 17,073 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 16,119 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 16,053 miles

front tyre side wall cracked

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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A7 WMX is a 1989 Yamaha FZX750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,899 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 A7 WMX, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A7 WMX registered?

A7 WMX is a 1989 Yamaha FZX750, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A7 WMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 WMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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