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J162 YVW

1992 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,513 mi
Last recorded49,513 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xv21,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ162 YVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 49,513 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 48,938 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 48,938 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 48,776 miles

Front Tyre side wall perished and deteriorated, however, structural integrity does not appear to be affected.

Rear Rear tyre sidwall perished and deteriorated, however, structural integrity does not seem to be affected.

Pass 30 Jul 2021 48,532 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 48,305 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 48,290 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 48,072 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 47,906 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 47,293 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 47,293 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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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J162 YVW is a 1992 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 21,086 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 Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J162 YVW, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J162 YVW registered?

J162 YVW is a 1992 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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