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B437 ECV

1985 Yamaha XJ750

Red Petrol 697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,587 mi
Last recorded27,587 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XJ75022,849 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB437 ECV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine697cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2024 27,587 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 27,546 miles

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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B437 ECV is a 1985 Yamaha XJ750 in Red with a 697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 22,849 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B437 ECV, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B437 ECV registered?

B437 ECV is a 1985 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B437 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B437 ECV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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