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SWU 818W

1981 Yamaha XS750

Maroon Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,527 mi
Last recorded8,527 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS75033,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWU 818W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 8,527 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 8,360 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 8,246 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 20 May 2013 8,246 miles

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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SWU 818W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750 in Maroon with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SWU 818W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWU 818W?

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What year was SWU 818W registered?

SWU 818W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SWU 818W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWU 818W 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 SWU 818W have outstanding finance?

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