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P318 OLE

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,662 mi
Last recorded52,662 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 OLE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 52,662 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,842 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 51,823 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 49,753 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 49,625 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2016 49,274 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 48,577 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 48,573 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

swinging arm corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2011 48,499 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 48,261 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 46,692 miles

Centre Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,704 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 35,647 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 28,133 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 21,282 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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P318 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P318 OLE, 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 P318 OLE registered?

P318 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P318 OLE safe to buy?

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