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A215 XGC

1989 Yamaha XV750

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,966 mi
Last recorded68,966 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV75023,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA215 XGC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 68,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 68,433 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 68,433 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 67,465 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 65,942 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 64,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 64,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 64,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 61,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 61,571 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 58,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 57,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 55,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 53,940 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 52,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre runs close to swinging arm but has clearance.

Fail 16 Nov 2012 52,783 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 50,672 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre runs close to swinging arm but has clearance.

Pass 13 Nov 2010 48,463 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 46,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 46,888 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate light not working.

Pass 11 Nov 2008 43,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2008 43,707 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 41,479 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 41,403 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre starting to crack/perish!

Pass 28 Sep 2006 40,023 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 39,993 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

cracking to front tyre and tyre blacking spreading on to tread!

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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A215 XGC is a 1989 Yamaha XV750 in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 23,490 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 A215 XGC, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A215 XGC registered?

A215 XGC is a 1989 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 23 October 1989.

Is A215 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A215 XGC shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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