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HTU 586X

1982 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,824 mi
Last recorded28,824 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XJ75032,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTU 586X
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 28,824 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 28,814 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak forks (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak forks (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2018 12,720 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 12,719 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 12,717 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 12,716 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 12,716 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 12,703 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 11,959 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 11,959 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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HTU 586X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HTU 586X, 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 HTU 586X registered?

HTU 586X is a 1982 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HTU 586X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTU 586X shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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