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K353 GWY

1993 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

7,410 mi
Last recorded7,410 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK353 GWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 7,410 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 7,399 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 7,369 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 7,369 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 7,350 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 7,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 7,203 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 7,144 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 7,131 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 7,007 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 6,815 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 6,624 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 6,624 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 6,520 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 6,520 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 7 Apr 2012 6,504 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2010 6,320 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 6,320 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 6,157 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 18 Jan 2008 5,648 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 5,239 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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K353 GWY is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 K353 GWY, 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.

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What year was K353 GWY registered?

K353 GWY is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 19 January 1993.

Is K353 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K353 GWY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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