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C271 YKJ

1986 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,442 mi
Last recorded30,442 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 1986 Yamaha XV75022,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC271 YKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 30,442 miles

rear tyre has cracking round the side walls

Pass 18 Apr 2019 30,432 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 29,491 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 29,491 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,369 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 28,418 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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C271 YKJ is a 1986 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 22,618 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 C271 YKJ, 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 40 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 C271 YKJ registered?

C271 YKJ is a 1986 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C271 YKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C271 YKJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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