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F678 MGU

1989 Yamaha XV1000

Blue Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

17,779 mi
Last recorded17,779 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XV100017,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF678 MGU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 17,779 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 17,724 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 17,594 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 17,492 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 17,459 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 17,269 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 16,880 miles

Both rear shock bolts not reaching lock nut ends.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop bolt missing

Fail 7 Aug 2018 16,880 miles

Both rear shock bolts not reaching lock nut ends.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Prop bolt missing

Handlebar insecure to the extent that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 16,080 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 16,073 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 15,736 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 15,736 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 15,118 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 15,118 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 14,034 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 13,882 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 13,653 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 12,974 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,123 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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F678 MGU is a 1989 Yamaha XV1000 in Blue with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 17,459 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 F678 MGU, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F678 MGU registered?

F678 MGU is a 1989 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 7 April 1989.

Is F678 MGU safe to buy?

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