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UCS 797S

1978 Yamaha XS750

Silver Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,441 mi
Last recorded69,441 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCS 797S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 69,441 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 69,301 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 68,994 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 68,782 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 68,767 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Note== engine cut`s out when steering locked over

Pass 3 Jul 2009 68,609 miles

NOTE== FRONT AND REAR TYRES HAVE SLIGHTY PERISHED SIDE WALLS.

Pass 4 Jul 2008 68,370 miles

both tyres are perished on sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2007 68,193 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 68,193 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Offside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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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UCS 797S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Silver with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 31,399 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 UCS 797S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UCS 797S registered?

UCS 797S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 23 January 1978.

Is UCS 797S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCS 797S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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