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M146 RAL

1994 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,434 mi
Last recorded34,434 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV75020,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM146 RAL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 34,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 May 2026 34,434 miles

Stop lamp not working on front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 33,860 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 32,348 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 31,093 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 31,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 29,688 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 27,347 miles

Engine locking nut loose (x2)

Front brake lever pivot beginning to seize

Throttle cables slightly fouling front brake lever

Pass 11 Jul 2016 25,941 miles

forks pitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,007 miles

handlebars slightly mis-alined

petrol cap seal starting to deteriorate

rear tyre approaching limit, starting to deteriorate and visable damage to thread pattern

single seat only

Pass 28 Sep 2011 24,975 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,910 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 24,738 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,516 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 23,725 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,569 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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M146 RAL is a 1994 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M146 RAL, 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 M146 RAL registered?

M146 RAL is a 1994 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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