MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,483 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Offside Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Offside Front Stop lamp not working Front brake lever not operating stop light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Central Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Offside Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working front brake light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle operating on right steering lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?
Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.
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R156 BBU is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 15,844 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 R156 BBU, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R156 BBU registered?
R156 BBU is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 6 January 1998.
Is R156 BBU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R156 BBU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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