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B549 VJT

1985 Yamaha XV1000

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,024 mi
Last recorded35,024 miles
Recorded on6 May 2011
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XV100033,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB549 VJT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 May 2011 35,024 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 34,965 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 34,684 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 34,361 miles

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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B549 VJT is a 1985 Yamaha XV1000 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 33,045 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B549 VJT, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B549 VJT registered?

B549 VJT is a 1985 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B549 VJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B549 VJT shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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