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P311 WFC

1996 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,880 mi
Last recorded25,880 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV75017,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 WFC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 25,880 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 25,809 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 23,122 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 18,808 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 18,800 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 18,800 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 18,328 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 18,325 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 4 May 2010 18,327 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 17,296 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 16,444 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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P311 WFC is a 1996 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P311 WFC, 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 P311 WFC registered?

P311 WFC is a 1996 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P311 WFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P311 WFC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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