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R256 VFJ

1998 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

30,046 mi
Last recorded30,046 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 VFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 30,046 miles

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))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 30,041 miles

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))

Pass 28 May 2025 29,922 miles

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))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 29,673 miles

front tyre cracking

Fail 7 Mar 2024 29,672 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong way round (5.2.3 (i))

front tyre cracking

Fail 26 Feb 2024 29,672 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 29,237 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 29,197 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 29,187 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,141 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 296,042 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,688 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 27,227 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 27,227 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 24,796 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 22,863 miles

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))

Pass 7 May 2010 18,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 12,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 May 2008 12,009 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2007 11,380 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 10,838 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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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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R256 VFJ is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 19 May 1998.

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