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K197 WFK

1993 Yamaha XV750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,272 mi
Last recorded27,272 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV75020,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 WFK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 27,272 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 27,213 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2012 24,744 miles

Exhaust silencers noisey.

Headlamp just in focus.

Slight oil leak from both fork seals.

Fail 22 Oct 2012 24,741 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 32,942 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,614 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 23,117 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 23,117 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 17,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,085 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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K197 WFK is a 1993 Yamaha XV750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,575 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 K197 WFK, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K197 WFK registered?

K197 WFK is a 1993 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 17 May 1993.

Is K197 WFK safe to buy?

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