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P48 UBM

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,035 mi
Last recorded37,035 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 UBM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 37,035 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 35,425 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 35,425 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 33,972 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 33,972 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 33,972 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 33,196 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 33,177 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 32,627 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 32,327 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 32,327 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 31,444 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 29,502 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 28,507 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 27,669 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 26,967 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 26,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 24,967 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 23,651 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 22,344 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 21,372 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 18,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 17,604 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 14,891 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 13,157 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 9,822 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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P48 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P48 UBM, 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 P48 UBM registered?

P48 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P48 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P48 UBM shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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