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FFA 797Y

1983 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,807 mi
Last recorded28,807 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2007
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XV75027,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 797Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2007 28,807 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 28,794 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 27,832 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bike is import lights on constantly

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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FFA 797Y is a 1983 Yamaha XV750 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 1983 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 27,844 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 XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFA 797Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FFA 797Y registered?

FFA 797Y is a 1983 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFA 797Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFA 797Y 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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