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J418 PDE

1998 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,666 mi
Last recorded24,666 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ418 PDE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 24,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 24,290 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 24,290 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 22,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 22,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 21,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 20,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 17,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 14,828 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 14,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 11,470 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 11,470 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,359 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 11,359 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 10,997 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 25 Jun 2016 10,997 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 9,968 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,515 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 8,515 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2012 7,702 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 6,187 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 6,187 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 4,508 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2008 4,505 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2007 4,420 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 4,395 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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J418 PDE is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J418 PDE, 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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J418 PDE is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 9 April 1998.

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