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WKR 740X

1982 Yamaha XJ750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,793 mi
Last recorded52,793 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ75032,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKR 740X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 52,793 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 May 2015 52,511 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 52,511 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 51,017 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 48,412 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

no plate light inopertive

Fail 28 Feb 2013 48,412 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

no plate light inopertive

Pass 9 Mar 2012 46,191 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 42,172 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2010 41,802 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 41,255 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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WKR 740X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 32,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WKR 740X, 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 44 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 WKR 740X?

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What year was WKR 740X registered?

WKR 740X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is WKR 740X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKR 740X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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