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L861 TAV

1994 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,755 mi
Last recorded28,755 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV75020,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL861 TAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 28,755 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 27,719 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 26,985 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 26,698 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 25,319 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 24,430 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 24,430 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2020 24,137 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 24,137 miles

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 23,606 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 23,573 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 22,843 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,739 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 22,578 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,196 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 20,915 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 37,203 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 35,667 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,063 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 31,361 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 28,013 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,955 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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L861 TAV is a 1994 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L861 TAV, 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 L861 TAV registered?

L861 TAV is a 1994 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 8 April 1994.

Is L861 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L861 TAV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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