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PNL 396Y

1982 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,461 mi
Last recorded52,461 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2015
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XV75024,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNL 396Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2015 52,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre is showing signs of perishing

Pass 18 Jun 2010 51,954 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2010 51,932 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)

Pass 1 May 2007 51,729 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 51,729 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2006 50,861 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 50,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2005 50,800 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?

Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 256
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 220
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 96
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 72
wheel bearings have excessive free play 70
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PNL 396Y is a 1982 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 24,663 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 XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PNL 396Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PNL 396Y is a 1982 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is PNL 396Y safe to buy?

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