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HTY 312W

1981 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,057 mi
Last recorded66,057 miles
Recorded on23 May 2009
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ75026,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 312W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2009 66,057 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 65,425 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 63,238 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 63,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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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HTY 312W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 HTY 312W, 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

How do I check the history of HTY 312W?

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What year was HTY 312W registered?

HTY 312W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is HTY 312W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 312W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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