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D236 NEX

1987 Yamaha XV750

Maroon Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,235 mi
Last recorded25,235 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XV75021,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD236 NEX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 25,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake pedal touches exhaust heat shield - when fully applied

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 25,018 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Rear brake pedal touches exhaust - when applied fully

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 25,015 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear brake pedal touches exhaust - when applied fully

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 24,657 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn quiet without engine running

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Rear brake pedal touches on exhaust when applied

Pass 15 Aug 2023 24,356 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket exhaust fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Only one horn working and not very loud

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake pedal rubs on exhaust cover

Pass 9 Jan 2019 24,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 23,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 23,278 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2016 23,275 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 22,887 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 22,499 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,023 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,305 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 19,928 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2010 19,077 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 17,863 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 16,443 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 16,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 16,098 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,686 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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D236 NEX is a 1987 Yamaha XV750 in Maroon with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 21,305 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 D236 NEX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D236 NEX is a 1987 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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