CarVerify

Free Car Check

MCP 886W

1981 Yamaha XV750

Purple Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,644 mi
Last recorded33,644 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XV75022,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCP 886W
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
View full Yamaha XV750 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2019 33,644 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect seized (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2008 33,050 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 31,049 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 30,118 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
Full Yamaha XV750 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MCP 886W is a 1981 Yamaha XV750 in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 22,899 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 MCP 886W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCP 886W?

You can check the full history of MCP 886W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MCP 886W registered?

MCP 886W is a 1981 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is MCP 886W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCP 886W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCP 886W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MCP 886W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.