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E497 MMK

1987 Yamaha XV1000

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XV100025,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE497 MMK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 3 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 3 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2013 430 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,875 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 36,466 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 36,398 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,349 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 36,311 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear swinging arm starting to corrode

Pass 14 Jul 2006 35,677 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 34,899 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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E497 MMK is a 1987 Yamaha XV1000 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,176 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 E497 MMK, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E497 MMK registered?

E497 MMK is a 1987 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 3 September 1987.

Is E497 MMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E497 MMK 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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