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K597 CEF

1993 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

15,103 mi
Last recorded15,103 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK597 CEF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 15,103 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 15,081 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 15,081 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 14,885 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 14,669 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 14,651 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 14,651 miles

Front Brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 14,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 13,701 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2015 13,436 miles

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 13,436 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 13,397 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 12,602 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 11,415 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 10,776 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 10,518 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,082 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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K597 CEF is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 K597 CEF, 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 K597 CEF registered?

K597 CEF is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 17 April 1993.

Is K597 CEF safe to buy?

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