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F755 AEL

1997 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,257 mi
Last recorded26,257 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF755 AEL
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 26,257 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 26,127 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2011 26,053 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 25,780 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 25,780 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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F755 AEL is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 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 Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F755 AEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F755 AEL registered?

F755 AEL is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is F755 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F755 AEL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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