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F601 BVF

1989 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,856 mi
Last recorded9,856 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT32,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF601 BVF
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 9,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 9,309 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 7,759 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 7,537 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

bike smokes

Fail 26 Sep 2012 7,537 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

bike smokes

Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,461 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 6,282 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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F601 BVF is a 1989 Yamaha XT in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 32,916 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F601 BVF, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F601 BVF registered?

F601 BVF is a 1989 Yamaha XT, first registered on 21 March 1989.

Is F601 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F601 BVF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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