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K708 PLX

1993 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

46,164 mi
Last recorded46,164 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK708 PLX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 46,164 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 45,823 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 45,198 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 44,869 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,849 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 44,020 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 42,577 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 40,068 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 39,736 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 May 2010 38,728 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

rear idicators partially obscured

Fail 23 Apr 2010 38,727 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear idicators partially obscured

Pass 1 May 2009 38,478 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 38,475 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 38,125 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 37,802 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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K708 PLX is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 K708 PLX, 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 K708 PLX registered?

K708 PLX is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 15 January 1993.

Is K708 PLX safe to buy?

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