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H531 BRV

1990 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,147 mi
Last recorded36,147 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Xv25,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH531 BRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 36,147 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 35,553 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 35,387 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 35,114 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2015 34,348 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 33,467 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 32,836 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 31,893 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,627 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 31,119 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 30,747 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 29,649 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 28,505 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 28,481 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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H531 BRV is a 1990 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 25,700 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H531 BRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Xv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H531 BRV registered?

H531 BRV is a 1990 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H531 BRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H531 BRV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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