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GTL 980Y

1982 Yamaha XJ750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,302 mi
Last recorded37,302 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ75032,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTL 980Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 37,302 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 37,032 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 36,987 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 36,767 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 36,767 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 36,165 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,537 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 35,537 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 34,662 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 34,852 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 33,454 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,239 miles

engine oil low

Pass 19 Jun 2012 33,238 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 33,227 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 32,904 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 32,685 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 32,366 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 32,031 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 31,833 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 31,540 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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GTL 980Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 GTL 980Y, 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 GTL 980Y registered?

GTL 980Y is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is GTL 980Y safe to buy?

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