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L116 FOD

1994 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,270 mi
Last recorded11,270 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV75020,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL116 FOD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 11,270 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 9,820 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 8,565 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 8,565 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 7,926 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 7,494 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 7,324 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 6,531 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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L116 FOD is a 1994 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,664 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 L116 FOD, 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 32 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 L116 FOD registered?

L116 FOD is a 1994 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 2 June 1994.

Is L116 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L116 FOD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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