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RPH 819X

1981 Yamaha XV750

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,405 mi
Last recorded30,405 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XV75022,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPH 819X
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 30,405 miles

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Slight play in gear selector

Pass 10 Jul 2018 30,218 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 30,217 miles

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 30,000 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 29,888 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 29,728 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,474 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 29,008 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 28,734 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 28,579 miles

front brake leaver border line on application (slightly stiff )

slight bind on front brake

Fail 10 Jul 2010 28,568 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake leaver border line on application (slightly stiff )

Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,318 miles

slight corrosion on swing arm

Pass 4 Jul 2008 28,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 27,746 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?

Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 256
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 220
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 96
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 72
wheel bearings have excessive free play 70
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RPH 819X is a 1981 Yamaha XV750 in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 22,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RPH 819X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RPH 819X registered?

RPH 819X is a 1981 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is RPH 819X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPH 819X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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