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YLX 442X

1982 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

5,159 mi
Last recorded5,159 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ75032,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLX 442X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 5,159 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 1,393 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 1 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 33,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2012 33,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 May 2011 33,551 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fuel cap seal starting to perish

rack cable tied on

throttle does not self close

Pass 21 May 2010
Fail 15 May 2010 31,360 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 May 2009 31,315 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 31,315 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 May 2007 28,821 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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YLX 442X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 YLX 442X, 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

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What year was YLX 442X registered?

YLX 442X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YLX 442X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLX 442X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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