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C553 YRF

1986 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,958 mi
Last recorded66,958 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2014
Typical for 1986 Yamaha XV75022,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC553 YRF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2014 66,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 66,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 66,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,509 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2012 66,509 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2006 66,370 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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C553 YRF is a 1986 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 22,618 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 C553 YRF, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C553 YRF registered?

C553 YRF is a 1986 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C553 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C553 YRF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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