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R429 XFL

1997 Laverda 750 S

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Laverda 750 S22,765 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 XFL
MakeLaverda
Model750 S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 2 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025
Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,580 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 28,580 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2009 28,521 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,491 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 27,629 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 26,906 miles

How Reliable is the Laverda 750 S?

Based on 1,133 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Headlamp aim too high 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 8
Horn not working 4
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R429 XFL is a 1997 Laverda 750 S in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Laverda 750 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,765 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Laverda 750 S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R429 XFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Laverda 750 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Laverda 750 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R429 XFL registered?

R429 XFL is a 1997 Laverda 750 S, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R429 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R429 XFL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R429 XFL have outstanding finance?

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