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EYA 283X

1981 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,690 mi
Last recorded31,690 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ75026,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYA 283X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2019 31,690 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 31,310 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 30,361 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 30,224 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 30,224 miles

Front wheel insecure front wheel bearings (4.2.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 30,224 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 28,701 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 26,390 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 23,063 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 23,063 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 34,970 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 34,937 miles

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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EYA 283X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EYA 283X, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EYA 283X registered?

EYA 283X is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is EYA 283X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYA 283X shows 12 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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