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J658 SBU

1992 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,519 mi
Last recorded21,519 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xv21,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ658 SBU
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 21,519 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 21,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 21,379 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 20,606 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 20,309 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 20,235 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 20,223 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 20,182 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 20,080 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,973 miles

Outer Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 19,772 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 19,772 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 18,391 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 18,391 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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J658 SBU is a 1992 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J658 SBU, 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 J658 SBU registered?

J658 SBU is a 1992 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 8 June 1992.

Is J658 SBU safe to buy?

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