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M389 JKV

1995 Yamaha XV750

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,552 mi
Last recorded24,552 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV75017,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM389 JKV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1995
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 24,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2011 23,716 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre perished

Fail 16 Sep 2011 23,716 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre perished

front tyre pressure low 15 psi

Pass 8 Sep 2010 23,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2010 23,009 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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M389 JKV is a 1995 Yamaha XV750 in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 M389 JKV, 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 M389 JKV registered?

M389 JKV is a 1995 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 6 January 1995.

Is M389 JKV safe to buy?

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