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A716 VYE

1984 Yamaha XV1000

Blue Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,706 mi
Last recorded28,706 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XV100028,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA716 VYE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 28,706 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 27,787 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,787 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 26,918 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 26,000 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 25,383 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,222 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 21,383 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 21,383 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 19,444 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 19,433 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1000?

Based on 1,265 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Direction indicator not working 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
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A716 VYE is a 1984 Yamaha XV1000 in Blue with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 28,248 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 XV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A716 VYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A716 VYE registered?

A716 VYE is a 1984 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A716 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A716 VYE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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