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P29 SXY

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,375 mi
Last recorded24,375 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 SXY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 24,375 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 24,252 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 23,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 23,574 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,667 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 20,257 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 20,253 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 20,246 miles

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

Front brake fluid level low

Pass 1 Aug 2017 20,234 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,158 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 20,107 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 19,963 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 19,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 19,688 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 19,642 miles

both tyres flat

Fail 9 May 2011 19,642 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

both tyres flat

Pass 21 May 2010 19,431 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 19,162 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 18,536 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 18,536 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 17,895 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 16,704 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P29 SXY is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P29 SXY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P29 SXY registered?

P29 SXY is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P29 SXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P29 SXY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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