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G665 WBE

1989 Yamaha FZ750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,847 mi
Last recorded79,847 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZ75032,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG665 WBE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ750
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 79,847 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 78,708 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 78,708 miles

Rear Brake component insecure reaction bracket to calliper (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 76,611 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 74,473 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 71,999 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 71,999 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component insecure torque bracket (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 71,395 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 69,601 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 68,639 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 67,483 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 65,334 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 63,630 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 59,001 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 55,699 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 16 Mar 2013 50,073 miles

front brake lever slightly notchey

nearside lens secured by tape

small crack in weld on offside handle bar

Pass 14 Oct 2011 42,624 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 33,772 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 25,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2006 1,466 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 1,466 miles

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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G665 WBE is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 32,682 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 G665 WBE, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha FZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G665 WBE registered?

G665 WBE is a 1989 Yamaha FZ750, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G665 WBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G665 WBE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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