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UKX 468W

1981 Yamaha XS750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,136 mi
Last recorded2,136 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS75033,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 468W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 2,136 miles

Oil leak rear shaft drive ()

Fail 1 Mar 2017 2,136 miles

Oil leak rear shaft drive ()

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 1,942 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 1,679 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 1,679 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 1,286 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 1,021 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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UKX 468W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 33,884 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 UKX 468W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UKX 468W registered?

UKX 468W is a 1981 Yamaha XS750, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is UKX 468W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKX 468W 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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