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C74 UEW

1986 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,649 mi
Last recorded27,649 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha XV75022,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC74 UEW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 27,649 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 27,649 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

flat battery

Fail 23 Aug 2023 27,649 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

flat battery

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 27,654 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 27,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2006 27,649 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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C74 UEW is a 1986 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 C74 UEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C74 UEW registered?

C74 UEW is a 1986 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C74 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C74 UEW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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