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B287 EGF

1991 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,942 mi
Last recorded31,942 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB287 EGF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2012 31,942 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 31,025 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 98,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 98,975 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

oil on front brake pipes

slight bind on front and rear brake

Pass 5 Aug 2009 97,581 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 97,580 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 95,964 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 92,463 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ750?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
389
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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B287 EGF is a 1991 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B287 EGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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B287 EGF is a 1991 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 11 October 1991.

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