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M74 RKR

1995 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,987 mi
Last recorded21,987 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Xv18,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM74 RKR
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 21,987 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 20,278 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 20,132 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 May 2022 20,127 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 20,116 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 20,109 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 20,098 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 20,091 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 20,080 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 20,020 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 19,912 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 19,907 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 19,899 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 19,880 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 19,873 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 19,861 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 19,628 miles

number plate not road legal. may fail mot next time

Pass 2 Feb 2008 19,478 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 18,855 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 18,801 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2006 18,801 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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M74 RKR is a 1995 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 18,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M74 RKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M74 RKR registered?

M74 RKR is a 1995 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 8 February 1995.

Is M74 RKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M74 RKR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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