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E612 SFX

1988 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,444 mi
Last recorded31,444 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV75029,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE612 SFX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 31,444 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 31,414 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 3,090 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 30,987 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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E612 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 E612 SFX, 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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What year was E612 SFX registered?

E612 SFX is a 1988 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E612 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E612 SFX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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