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F46 AFX

1998 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,999 mi
Last recorded20,999 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF46 AFX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 20,999 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 20,999 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 20,999 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 20,960 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)

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 20,799 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 20,075 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 20,075 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2006 19,986 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear 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 alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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F46 AFX is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,844 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 F46 AFX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F46 AFX registered?

F46 AFX is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is F46 AFX safe to buy?

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