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RKU 142X

1982 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,969 mi
Last recorded6,969 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2020
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ75032,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 142X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2020 6,969 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2020 6,969 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 6,969 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 5,887 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

tyre pressures low

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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RKU 142X is a 1982 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 1982 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 32,732 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 RKU 142X, 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 44 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 RKU 142X?

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What year was RKU 142X registered?

RKU 142X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is RKU 142X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKU 142X 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.

Does RKU 142X have outstanding finance?

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