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P277 UGP

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,641 mi
Last recorded16,641 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 16,641 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 16,303 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 16,120 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 15,646 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 15,174 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 14,545 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013
Fail 22 Mar 2013 13,982 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 13,730 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 13,730 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 13,048 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 12,554 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 11,499 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 11,499 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 10,969 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 10,171 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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P277 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P277 UGP, 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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What year was P277 UGP registered?

P277 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P277 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P277 UGP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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