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G174 FVT

1989 Yamaha XT

Multi-colour Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,401 mi
Last recorded14,401 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT32,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG174 FVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2025 14,401 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded all spokes have surface corrosion (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion to various frame parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all spokes have surface corrosion (5.2.2 (d))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 14,399 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 14,219 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 14,044 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 14,044 miles

Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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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G174 FVT is a 1989 Yamaha XT in Multi-colour with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G174 FVT, 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 G174 FVT registered?

G174 FVT is a 1989 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G174 FVT safe to buy?

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