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K9 JTW

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,166 mi
Last recorded5,166 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 JTW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 5,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 5,134 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 5,134 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 5,107 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 5,063 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 5,063 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 5,039 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 5,000 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 4,946 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 4,946 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 4,757 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 4,671 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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K9 JTW is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,790 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 K9 JTW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K9 JTW is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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