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K501 ERF

1993 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,802 mi
Last recorded37,802 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK501 ERF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 37,802 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 37,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 37,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 37,241 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 36,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 36,267 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 35,439 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 35,315 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 35,293 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 34,587 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 34,334 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 34,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 33,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 32,275 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2011 32,038 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 32,038 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 3,201 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 31,203 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 30,479 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 29,711 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 27,596 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,671 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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K501 ERF is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K501 ERF, 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 K501 ERF registered?

K501 ERF is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 June 1993.

Is K501 ERF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K501 ERF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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