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N933 BPY

1996 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,530 mi
Last recorded30,530 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN933 BPY
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,530 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 29,965 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 29,829 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 29,596 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 29,511 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 29,127 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 28,281 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 27,918 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 25,156 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 26,607 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 26,588 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,842 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,093 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 19,093 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,881 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 16,627 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2005 16,094 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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N933 BPY is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 N933 BPY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N933 BPY registered?

N933 BPY is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N933 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N933 BPY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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