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SVU 151W

1981 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,600 mi
Last recorded17,600 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ75026,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVU 151W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 17,600 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 17,600 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,193 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 17,193 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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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SVU 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SVU 151W, 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 SVU 151W?

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What year was SVU 151W registered?

SVU 151W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 8 February 1981.

Is SVU 151W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVU 151W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVU 151W have outstanding finance?

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