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EUV 742V

1980 Yamaha XS

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,639 mi
Last recorded19,639 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS27,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUV 742V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 19,639 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 19,371 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 19,370 miles

Centre Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Upper Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 19,212 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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EUV 742V is a 1980 Yamaha XS in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 27,228 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 XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EUV 742V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EUV 742V registered?

EUV 742V is a 1980 Yamaha XS, first registered on 23 February 1980.

Is EUV 742V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUV 742V shows 4 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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