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E493 MPV

1987 Yamaha XV750

Brown Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,302 mi
Last recorded47,302 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XV75021,305 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE493 MPV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1987
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 47,302 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 46,071 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level brake lever (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 42,858 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 42,838 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 40,125 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 38,412 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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E493 MPV is a 1987 Yamaha XV750 in Brown with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 E493 MPV, 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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What year was E493 MPV registered?

E493 MPV is a 1987 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E493 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E493 MPV 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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