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F54 AUM

1988 Yamaha XV1000

Purple Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,855 mi
Last recorded31,855 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XV100024,849 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF54 AUM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1988
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 31,855 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 31,750 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 31,555 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 31,529 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 31,442 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 31,191 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 31,095 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,081 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,055 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 31,024 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 30,984 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 30,984 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 30,937 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 30,937 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2005 30,927 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 30,915 miles

Front 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
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F54 AUM is a 1988 Yamaha XV1000 in Purple with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F54 AUM, 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

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What year was F54 AUM registered?

F54 AUM is a 1988 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F54 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F54 AUM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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