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B574 YTC

1996 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,839 mi
Last recorded38,839 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ75031,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB574 YTC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 38,839 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2017 38,839 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 35,856 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 32,816 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 31,059 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 31,059 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,035 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,087 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,658 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 24,489 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 24,107 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 23,501 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 23,501 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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B574 YTC is a 1996 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 31,059 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 B574 YTC, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B574 YTC registered?

B574 YTC is a 1996 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 26 July 1996.

Is B574 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B574 YTC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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