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E288 ARJ

1988 Yamaha XJ750

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,096 mi
Last recorded41,096 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE288 ARJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 41,096 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

sidestand needs atention to the return spring

Pass 28 May 2012 40,020 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 36,227 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 36,064 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 33,927 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 33,927 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 May 2006 33,305 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 May 2006 33,305 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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E288 ARJ is a 1988 Yamaha XJ750 in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E288 ARJ, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E288 ARJ registered?

E288 ARJ is a 1988 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 7 April 1988.

Is E288 ARJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E288 ARJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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