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P26 KKO

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,821 mi
Last recorded28,821 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 KKO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 28,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 28,562 miles

Central Front Upper fork dust seals cracked

Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear cylinder exhaust rusted and starting to leak (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim rear rim has small dent on both lips (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower gear linkage has lots of wear

Pass 7 Sep 2023 28,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 27,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 26,653 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 26,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 26,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 25,637 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 25,602 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 25,602 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 25,598 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2011 24,374 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 24,066 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 24,066 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 22,606 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 20,792 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 20,775 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 19,354 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 17,280 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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P26 KKO is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,790 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 P26 KKO, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P26 KKO is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 3 February 1997.

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