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B953 VJT

1997 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,127 mi
Last recorded41,127 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB953 VJT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 41,127 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 41,127 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 41,099 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 40,799 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test shows front brake slightly binding

Pass 9 Dec 2014 40,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 38,706 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 38,301 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 35,461 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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B953 VJT is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,790 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 B953 VJT, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B953 VJT registered?

B953 VJT is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 18 February 1997.

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The MOT history for B953 VJT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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