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FRU 951Y

1983 Yamaha XJ750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,862 mi
Last recorded56,862 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ75031,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRU 951Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 56,862 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2016 56,831 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 56,364 miles

Front Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Rear Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 56,260 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front brake performance poor but met min requirements, Possibly due to the anti-dive on front suspension

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 14 May 2008 55,793 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,759 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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FRU 951Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 31,535 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 XJ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRU 951Y, 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 43 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 FRU 951Y registered?

FRU 951Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FRU 951Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRU 951Y shows 6 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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