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YEL 793S

1978 Yamaha XS750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,068 mi
Last recorded23,068 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 793S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2020 23,068 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 22,900 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 22,055 miles

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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YEL 793S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Red with a 750cc 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 YEL 793S, 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

How do I check the history of YEL 793S?

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What year was YEL 793S registered?

YEL 793S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 2 July 1978.

Is YEL 793S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 793S 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.

Does YEL 793S have outstanding finance?

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