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L38 WCV

1994 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,889 mi
Last recorded17,889 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV75020,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 WCV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 17,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fork tubes have slight pitting

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 17,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fork tubes have slight pitting

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle cable securing nut on carbs was undone (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

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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L38 WCV is a 1994 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 L38 WCV, 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.

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What year was L38 WCV registered?

L38 WCV is a 1994 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 12 April 1994.

Is L38 WCV safe to buy?

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