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BNF 585T

1978 Yamaha XS750

Green Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,364 mi
Last recorded50,364 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNF 585T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 50,364 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 36,649 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 36,213 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 36,159 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 36,159 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 35,750 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 35,112 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 35,112 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 35,104 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 35,104 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS750?

Based on 1,899 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Direction indicator not working 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 11
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BNF 585T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Green with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 31,399 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 XS750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNF 585T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNF 585T registered?

BNF 585T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 3 November 1978.

Is BNF 585T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNF 585T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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