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B469 HFE

1998 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,185 mi
Last recorded1,185 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ75051,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB469 HFE
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 1,185 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 1,185 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 1,185 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 915 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 837 miles

1 of 2 rear lamp bulbs not working

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 65,229 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 65,229 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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B469 HFE is a 1998 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 51,896 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 XJ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B469 HFE, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B469 HFE registered?

B469 HFE is a 1998 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is B469 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B469 HFE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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