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A181 WGT

1989 Yamaha XV750

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,413 mi
Last recorded19,413 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV75023,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA181 WGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 19,413 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 19,413 miles

Offside Front Wheel more than one fixing loose spindle clamp bolt fitted (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 19,385 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 19,389 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 19,389 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 19,383 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Jul 2010 19,381 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?

Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 256
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 220
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 96
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 72
wheel bearings have excessive free play 70
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A181 WGT is a 1989 Yamaha XV750 in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 23,490 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 XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A181 WGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A181 WGT registered?

A181 WGT is a 1989 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 14 September 1989.

Is A181 WGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A181 WGT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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