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FVL 950Y

1982 Yamaha XV750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21,047 mi
Last recorded21,047 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XV75024,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 950Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 21,047 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 20,499 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 20,499 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 20,095 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 20,095 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 18,375 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 18,375 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 17,022 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,074 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 16,073 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 14,484 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 14,484 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 14,404 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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FVL 950Y is a 1982 Yamaha XV750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 24,663 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 FVL 950Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FVL 950Y registered?

FVL 950Y is a 1982 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is FVL 950Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 950Y shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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