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R416 EOT

1998 Yamaha XV750

Maroon Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,056 mi
Last recorded30,056 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 EOT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 30,056 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 28,976 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 28,024 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 28,019 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2023 27,181 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 26,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,535 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 May 2021 26,535 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,352 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 26,352 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 24,484 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 22,231 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 17,243 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,837 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 16,551 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 16,396 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2015 16,392 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 15,945 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,399 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 14,144 miles

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

number plate cracked

Pass 18 May 2011 12,097 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 10,893 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 8,711 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 8,711 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2008 7,792 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 6,924 miles

temporary baffles fitted

Fail 12 May 2007 6,924 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

temporary baffles fitted

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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R416 EOT is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Maroon with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R416 EOT, 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 R416 EOT registered?

R416 EOT is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R416 EOT safe to buy?

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