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K116 VPK

1993 Yamaha XV750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,398 mi
Last recorded16,398 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK116 VPK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 16,398 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front tyre cracking within tread DOT 2016

Nearside Front handlebar grip slightly loose

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 16,398 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also slight free play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front tyre cracking within tread DOT 2016

Nearside Front handlebar grip slightly loose

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 16,130 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 15,883 miles

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

Rear Swingarm corroding.

Pass 27 Aug 2022 15,619 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 15,223 miles

Rear swing arm corroded/rusting

Pass 27 Aug 2020 15,019 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 14,022 miles

Swing arm slightly rusty.

Fail 10 Sep 2018 14,022 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Swing arm slightly rusty.

Fail 1 Jul 2015 12,544 miles

Rear Registration plate non-relective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 12,544 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 12,470 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2013 12,098 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 11,939 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 11,740 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 11,534 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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K116 VPK is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,575 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 K116 VPK, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K116 VPK registered?

K116 VPK is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 March 1993.

Is K116 VPK safe to buy?

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