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M315 LCN

1995 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,749 mi
Last recorded39,749 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Xv18,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM315 LCN
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 39,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Not loud enough (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Revs up when steering turned lock to lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 38,608 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 38,600 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 38,577 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 38,537 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 38,468 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 38,354 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 35,248 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 35,271 miles

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

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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M315 LCN is a 1995 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 18,843 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 M315 LCN, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M315 LCN registered?

M315 LCN is a 1995 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 23 June 1995.

Is M315 LCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M315 LCN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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