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L718 ADV

1993 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,914 mi
Last recorded60,914 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL718 ADV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 60,914 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 60,910 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

unable to check front wheel bearing due to brake binding

Pass 5 Jul 2019 60,876 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 60,876 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 58,810 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 58,798 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 22 Jun 2017 58,562 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front forks pitted and rusty

gear linkage worn

Fail 21 Jun 2017 58,562 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front forks pitted and rusty

gear linkage worn

Pass 16 May 2015 57,996 miles

slight corrosion on swinging arm.

Pass 31 May 2014 57,826 miles

foot control pivots worn

Fail 4 May 2013 55,079 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 4 May 2013 55,079 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 51,394 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 51,394 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2011 49,137 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 47,593 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 44,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 37,738 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 37,727 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 31,989 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 28,426 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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L718 ADV is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,575 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 L718 ADV, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L718 ADV is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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