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VVE 179T

1978 Yamaha XS750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,425 mi
Last recorded32,425 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2008
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVE 179T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2008 32,425 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2007 31,988 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 31,398 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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VVE 179T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VVE 179T, 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 VVE 179T registered?

VVE 179T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VVE 179T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVE 179T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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