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YDL 914Y

1983 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,318 mi
Last recorded82,318 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ75031,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDL 914Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 82,318 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 82,171 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 82,120 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 82,113 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 81,999 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 81,847 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 81,654 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 67,413 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 67,269 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 66,866 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 66,557 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 66,557 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 66,190 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 65,508 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 64,981 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 64,977 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 64,198 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 63,105 miles

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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YDL 914Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 31,535 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 YDL 914Y, 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 43 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 YDL 914Y registered?

YDL 914Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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The MOT history for YDL 914Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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