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L653 XDL

1994 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,035 mi
Last recorded25,035 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV75020,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL653 XDL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 25,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 22,890 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 21,055 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 20,726 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 20,149 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 18,843 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 18,782 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 18,664 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 18,460 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,396 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 18,291 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 18,291 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,112 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 18,112 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 17,667 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,293 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 16,408 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 16,278 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2007 15,931 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 15,777 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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L653 XDL is a 1994 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L653 XDL, 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 L653 XDL registered?

L653 XDL is a 1994 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 4 February 1994.

Is L653 XDL safe to buy?

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