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R176 NBU

1998 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,790 mi
Last recorded15,790 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 NBU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 15,790 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 15,790 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 15,728 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,430 miles

slight drag on front brakes

Fail 3 Apr 2006 15,430 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

slight drag on front brakes

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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R176 NBU is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R176 NBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R176 NBU?

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What year was R176 NBU registered?

R176 NBU is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R176 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 NBU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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