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P587 OBU

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,247 mi
Last recorded33,247 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP587 OBU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 33,247 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 30,478 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 28,031 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 26,123 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 24,608 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 23,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 22,490 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 21,511 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 19,965 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 19,223 miles

front forks soft

Pass 12 May 2016 16,558 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 15,694 miles

slight bind front brake

Pass 12 Oct 2012 14,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 13,371 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,822 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,171 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 7,164 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2006 5,404 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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P587 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P587 OBU, 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 P587 OBU registered?

P587 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P587 OBU safe to buy?

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