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BVC 227T

1978 Yamaha XS750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,501 mi
Last recorded15,501 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2011
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS75031,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVC 227T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2011 15,501 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 21 Jun 2011 15,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre perished

Pass 22 Jun 2010 15,483 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 15,483 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 May 2009 13,880 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,224 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 12,534 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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BVC 227T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BVC 227T, 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.

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What year was BVC 227T registered?

BVC 227T is a 1978 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is BVC 227T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVC 227T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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