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BTU 767W

1998 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,099 mi
Last recorded55,099 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ75051,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 767W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,099 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 53,743 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 53,730 miles

Rear 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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BTU 767W is a 1998 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BTU 767W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BTU 767W?

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What year was BTU 767W registered?

BTU 767W is a 1998 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is BTU 767W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 767W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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