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K718 RHG

1992 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,156 mi
Last recorded15,156 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xv21,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK718 RHG
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 15,156 miles

Clutch cable pulling on r/h steering lock

Fail 2 Oct 2017 15,156 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Clutch cable pulling on r/h steering lock

Pass 28 Sep 2015 13,889 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 13,069 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 12,577 miles

Centre Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,577 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 11,614 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 28 Dec 2006 11,281 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 10,773 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005 10,753 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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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K718 RHG is a 1992 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K718 RHG, 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 K718 RHG registered?

K718 RHG is a 1992 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K718 RHG safe to buy?

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