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XEL 738X

1982 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,252 mi
Last recorded38,252 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XV75024,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 738X
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 36,937 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 33,262 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 32,070 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 31,380 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 31,292 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 31,152 miles

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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XEL 738X is a 1982 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XEL 738X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XEL 738X registered?

XEL 738X is a 1982 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XEL 738X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEL 738X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XEL 738X have outstanding finance?

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