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SRK 216W

1981 Yamaha XS750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,568 mi
Last recorded67,568 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS75033,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRK 216W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 67,568 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 67,441 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 67,438 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 65,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

gear lever loose

Pass 2 May 2012 65,328 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 65,326 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2009 64,553 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 May 2008 64,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2008 64,076 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 63,407 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 63,147 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 63,146 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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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SRK 216W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 33,884 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 SRK 216W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SRK 216W registered?

SRK 216W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SRK 216W safe to buy?

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