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D171 LFX

1986 Yamaha XV750

Orange Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,189 mi
Last recorded21,189 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha XV75022,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD171 LFX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 21,189 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 21,181 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 21,134 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 21,134 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 21,134 miles

Both front and rear tyres showing signes surface cracking.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 20,883 miles

front tyre has slight cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2006 20,485 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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D171 LFX is a 1986 Yamaha XV750 in Orange with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 D171 LFX, 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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How do I check the history of D171 LFX?

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What year was D171 LFX registered?

D171 LFX is a 1986 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D171 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D171 LFX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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