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P807 SYE

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,784 mi
Last recorded20,784 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP807 SYE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 20,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 20,758 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 20,172 miles

fuel tap gasket is deteriated

Pass 12 May 2020 19,899 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 18,977 miles

rear tyre is perishing

Fail 14 May 2019 18,977 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear tyre is perishing

Pass 27 Apr 2018 16,990 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 15,208 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 12,954 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 11,240 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 10,993 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 10,911 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 10,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,725 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 10,472 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 10,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 10,078 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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P807 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P807 SYE, 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 P807 SYE registered?

P807 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P807 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P807 SYE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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