MOT Status
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30,046 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front TYRE STARTING TO PERISH BETWEEN TREAD
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps NUMBER PLATE MOUNTED INCORRECT POSITION (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front TYRE STARTING TO PERISH BETWEEN TREAD
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front TYRE STARTING TO PERISH BETWEEN TREAD
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
front tyre cracking
Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong way round (5.2.3 (i))
front tyre cracking
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
front tyre cracking
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?
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R256 VFJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 R256 VFJ, 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 R256 VFJ registered?
R256 VFJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 19 May 1998.
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