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G173 APL

1989 Yamaha XTZ750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,712 mi
Last recorded39,712 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XTZ75035,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG173 APL
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ750
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 39,712 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 39,566 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front tyre is slightly perished

Pass 30 May 2012 39,238 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 39,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 37,584 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 33,888 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 33,872 miles

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Offside Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ750?

Based on 4,132 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 76
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
wheel bearings have excessive free play 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
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G173 APL is a 1989 Yamaha XTZ750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XTZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 35,626 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 XTZ750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G173 APL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XTZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G173 APL registered?

G173 APL is a 1989 Yamaha XTZ750, first registered on 14 August 1989.

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