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J647 BWU

1992 Yamaha Xv

Maroon Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,374 mi
Last recorded32,374 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xv21,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ647 BWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 32,374 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 31,778 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 28,859 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Nov 2019 27,999 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 26,650 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 25,563 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 25,551 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play top mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 23,817 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,260 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,954 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 22,190 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 21,608 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 21,541 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 21,061 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 21,035 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 20,975 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 20,557 miles

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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J647 BWU is a 1992 Yamaha Xv in Maroon with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 J647 BWU, 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 J647 BWU registered?

J647 BWU is a 1992 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 3 January 1992.

Is J647 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J647 BWU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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