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N696 BVV

1996 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123 mi
Last recorded123 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN696 BVV
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2023 123 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 5,358 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 5,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2021 5,232 miles

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition No Silencer's Fitted. (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Front Fender not Present.

Rear Rear Fender Not Fitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2019 5,159 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 4,684 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 3,019 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 447 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 34,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wiring Loom Poorly Routed.

Pass 29 Mar 2007 33,884 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 31,458 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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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N696 BVV is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 17,725 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 N696 BVV, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N696 BVV registered?

N696 BVV is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N696 BVV safe to buy?

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