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E140 PBX

1988 Yamaha XV750

Maroon Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,412 mi
Last recorded59,412 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV75029,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE140 PBX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 59,412 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 56,547 miles

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

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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E140 PBX is a 1988 Yamaha XV750 in Maroon with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,650 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 E140 PBX, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E140 PBX is a 1988 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 February 1988.

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