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XYB 709W

1981 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,110 mi
Last recorded32,110 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ75026,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYB 709W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 32,110 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 32,110 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 31,650 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 31,596 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 30,086 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 30,086 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 47,306 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 41,948 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 34,980 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 34,980 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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XYB 709W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XYB 709W, 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

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What year was XYB 709W registered?

XYB 709W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is XYB 709W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYB 709W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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