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K978 VKE

1993 Yamaha YZF750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,760 mi
Last recorded39,760 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1993 Yamaha YZF75027,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK978 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF750
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 39,760 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 39,630 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,381 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 39,170 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 38,502 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 37,988 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 37,988 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF750?

Based on 7,247 MOT tests across 1,015 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,015
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
reflector on motorcycle missing 100
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
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K978 VKE is a 1993 Yamaha YZF750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha YZF750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K978 VKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF750 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha YZF750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K978 VKE registered?

K978 VKE is a 1993 Yamaha YZF750, first registered on 9 June 1993.

Is K978 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K978 VKE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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