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B944 BJO

1985 Yamaha XV750

Grey Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,828 mi
Last recorded27,828 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XV75023,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB944 BJO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 27,828 miles

Front and rear tyres perished

Pass 30 Mar 2023 27,723 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 27,542 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 27,540 miles

Offside Front fork leg light mist of oil

Pass 14 Sep 2016 27,502 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 38,817 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 38,696 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 38,696 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,454 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 38,331 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 38,331 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 38,121 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 37,078 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 36,068 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 35,912 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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B944 BJO is a 1985 Yamaha XV750 in Grey with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 23,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B944 BJO, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B944 BJO registered?

B944 BJO is a 1985 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B944 BJO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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