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N878 TTT

1996 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,370 mi
Last recorded32,370 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV75017,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 TTT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 32,370 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 32,234 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 32,234 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 31,961 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 31,961 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 31,094 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 31,018 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 30,991 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 30,848 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 30,514 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 30,158 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2009 30,158 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 30,158 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 May 2009 26,599 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 21,250 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,586 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 10,825 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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N878 TTT is a 1996 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,631 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 N878 TTT, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N878 TTT registered?

N878 TTT is a 1996 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N878 TTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 TTT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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