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YVS 49S

1978 Yamaha XS750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,969 mi
Last recorded20,969 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVS 49S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 20,969 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 20,949 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,927 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 20,927 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

unable to fully check front wheel bearings

Pass 16 Jul 2011 20,860 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 20,479 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 20,393 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 20,393 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 20,349 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 20,309 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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YVS 49S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YVS 49S, 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

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What year was YVS 49S registered?

YVS 49S is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is YVS 49S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVS 49S 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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