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S727 BWV

1998 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,753 mi
Last recorded12,753 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV75015,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS727 BWV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 12,753 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 10,981 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 10,666 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 10,259 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 9,152 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 8,845 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 8,290 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 6,907 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 6,032 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,632 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 4,940 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 3,969 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 3,193 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 3,193 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 1,811 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 1,516 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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S727 BWV is a 1998 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S727 BWV, 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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How do I check the history of S727 BWV?

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What year was S727 BWV registered?

S727 BWV is a 1998 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S727 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S727 BWV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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