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Q378NRO

1988 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,082 mi
Last recorded30,082 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV75029,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ378NRO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 30,082 miles

Nearside slight oil leak from engine area

Pass 24 Jul 2019 30,030 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 29,976 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,949 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 29,876 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 29,650 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 29,290 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,973 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 28,371 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

throttle sticks slightly

Fail 22 May 2012 28,367 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (9.2.1c)

Steering damper insecure (9.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

throttle sticks slightly

Pass 27 May 2011 28,322 miles

seat loose on mountings

Fail 9 May 2011 28,311 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,291 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 28,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 May 2008 28,259 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 28,121 miles

nsr hand brake showing low efficiency

rear main shock absorber bush wear advise replacment

steering damper bush showing wear

Pass 23 Nov 2005 27,997 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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Q378NRO is a 1988 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,650 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 Q378NRO, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q378NRO registered?

Q378NRO is a 1988 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 25 November 1988.

Is Q378NRO safe to buy?

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