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A479 FDG

1983 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,335 mi
Last recorded41,335 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XV75027,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA479 FDG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 41,335 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2024 41,335 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear cylinder downpipe holed (6.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2023 41,181 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 41,181 miles

Wheel spindle locking device missing split pin missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 5 May 2022 40,998 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 May 2022 40,998 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 40,928 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 40,473 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 40,268 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 40,268 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 40,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2015 40,191 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 39,985 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 39,985 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 39,584 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 39,584 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 39,438 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 39,438 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,161 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 39,137 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,058 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 38,516 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 38,516 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 38,293 miles

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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A479 FDG is a 1983 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 27,844 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 A479 FDG, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A479 FDG is a 1983 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 August 1983.

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