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E384 CVM

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,950 mi
Last recorded13,950 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE384 CVM
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 13,950 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 13,301 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Dec 2012 13,301 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,489 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2009 11,214 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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E384 CVM is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 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 Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E384 CVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E384 CVM registered?

E384 CVM is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is E384 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E384 CVM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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