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L395 GVS

1993 Yamaha Xv

Grey Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,212 mi
Last recorded41,212 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xv15,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL395 GVS
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2010 41,212 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 41,146 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 41,146 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 41,055 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 40,993 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 40,863 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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L395 GVS is a 1993 Yamaha Xv in Grey with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 15,489 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 L395 GVS, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L395 GVS registered?

L395 GVS is a 1993 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 24 September 1993.

Is L395 GVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L395 GVS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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