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E290 AKW

1987 Yamaha XT

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,090 mi
Last recorded41,090 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XT25,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE290 AKW
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 41,090 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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E290 AKW is a 1987 Yamaha XT in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,601 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E290 AKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E290 AKW registered?

E290 AKW is a 1987 Yamaha XT, first registered on 6 November 1987.

Is E290 AKW safe to buy?

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