Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Yamaha Fazer?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2014 Yamaha Fazer?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2014 Yamaha Fazer?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2014 Yamaha Fazer vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2014 Yamaha Fazer reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2014 Yamaha Fazer has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Yamaha Fazer?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Yamaha Fazer are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (41.8% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (32.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2014 Yamaha Fazer?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Fazer (2014)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.7% first-time pass rate

2014 Yamaha Fazer

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2014 Yamaha Fazer. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Yamaha Fazer is more reliable than average, with an 87.7% first-time MOT pass rate against the UK average of 80%, but nearly 30% of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for used buyers. This suggests the Fazer is generally well-engineered, yet prone to serious issues that warrant careful inspection.

At nearly 19,000 miles on average, these bikes have covered moderate distance for their age, and the low failure count (1.0 per vehicle) points to straightforward maintenance when problems do arise. The high advisory rate of 3.4 per bike indicates they accumulate minor wear items regularly, so budget for consumables like brake pads and chain maintenance—and always request the full MOT history to check what specific defects have been flagged.

We have limited data for the 2014 Yamaha Fazer — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

Over 8.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 9k–24k

For context

These stats describe 110 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 110 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 41.8%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 32.5%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 23.5%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too high · Rear reflector missing · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 10.9%

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 10.3%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Clutch lever bent

Suspension & steering 3.9%

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Yamaha Fazer vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

15,446

typical

9,324

low mileage

24,068

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Yamaha Fazer vehicles fall between 9,324 and 24,068 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,324 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,324–24,068 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Yamaha Fazers sit.

⚠ Over 32,491 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Yamaha Fazer — Still on the Road

Most 2014 Yamaha Fazers are still being driven.

74 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 75% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

Avg failures per vehicle

3.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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