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M159 XES

1995 Yamaha XV750

Maroon Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,491 mi
Last recorded12,491 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV75017,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 XES
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 12,491 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 11,787 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 10,025 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 9,067 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 7,461 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 7,415 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 7,415 miles

Offside Front Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 7,139 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 5,498 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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M159 XES is a 1995 Yamaha XV750 in Maroon with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 17,173 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 M159 XES, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M159 XES registered?

M159 XES is a 1995 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 9 May 1995.

Is M159 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 XES shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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