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M497 SSG

1995 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,282 mi
Last recorded19,282 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV75017,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM497 SSG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 19,282 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,254 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 19,192 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 19,087 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2022 18,950 miles

Rear Luggage carrier insecure at front

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 18,854 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 18,788 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 18,591 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 18,525 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 18,300 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,628 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,184 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 16,086 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 15,565 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 May 2006 14,832 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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M497 SSG is a 1995 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M497 SSG, 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 M497 SSG registered?

M497 SSG is a 1995 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 20 February 1995.

Is M497 SSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M497 SSG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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