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K388 WOV

1992 Yamaha Xj

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

22,548 mi
Last recorded22,548 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xj29,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK388 WOV
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 22,548 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 22,545 miles

Horn not working when lights are on (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing reflector is orange (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 20,979 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 20,965 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 May 2015 16,634 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

exhaust rear silencer is damaged but not leaking

Pass 23 May 2015 16,634 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

exhaust rear silencer is damaged but not leaking

Pass 4 Jul 2013 16,283 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 15,062 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Nov 2007 15,061 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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K388 WOV is a 1992 Yamaha Xj in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 29,714 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K388 WOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K388 WOV registered?

K388 WOV is a 1992 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 November 1992.

Is K388 WOV safe to buy?

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