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HJW 818W

1980 Yamaha XS750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,705 mi
Last recorded31,705 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS75029,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJW 818W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 31,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 31,703 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 31,572 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 31,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit worn uneven. (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 31,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit worn uneven. (1.1.13 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2016 31,525 miles

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

drive shaft rubber starting to perish

front fork legs pitted

Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,398 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 31,382 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS750?

Based on 1,899 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Direction indicator not working 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 11
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HJW 818W is a 1980 Yamaha XS750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 29,124 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 XS750 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJW 818W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJW 818W registered?

HJW 818W is a 1980 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 1 November 1980.

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