CarVerify

Free Car Check

E48 VKY

1988 Yamaha XV1000

Blue Petrol 981cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

7,999 mi
Last recorded7,999 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV100024,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationE48 VKY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
View full Yamaha XV1000 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

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 7,999 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 6,600 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 4,687 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2014 2,350 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 224 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 224 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 46,080 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,767 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 43,767 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 42,710 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 40,374 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 38,554 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 37,447 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 37,443 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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
Full Yamaha XV1000 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

E48 VKY is a 1988 Yamaha XV1000 in Blue with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 24,849 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 E48 VKY, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E48 VKY?

You can check the full history of E48 VKY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E48 VKY registered?

E48 VKY is a 1988 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 8 March 1988.

Is E48 VKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E48 VKY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E48 VKY 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 E48 VKY. 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.