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R269 KUB

1997 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,069 mi
Last recorded7,069 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV75017,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR269 KUB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,069 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 7,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 7,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 6,824 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 6,687 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 6,367 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2011 6,120 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2010 5,816 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,465 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 5,161 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 5,161 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2006 4,726 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 4,389 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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R269 KUB is a 1997 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,790 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 R269 KUB, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R269 KUB is a 1997 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R269 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R269 KUB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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