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P220 STW

1996 Yamaha Xvs

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,808 mi
Last recorded7,808 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xvs15,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 STW
MakeYamaha
ModelXvs
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 7,808 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 7,532 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 7,529 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 7,529 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 7,468 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 7,468 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 7,462 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 6,759 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 6,713 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 6,713 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose Several spokes loose (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 5 May 2017 6,395 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 5,858 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 4,871 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 2,839 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 2,837 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2010 2,570 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 2,564 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 2,050 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xvs?

Based on 8,868 MOT tests across 1,225 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
778
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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P220 STW is a 1996 Yamaha Xvs in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xvs models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,541 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xvs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P220 STW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xvs typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Xvs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P220 STW registered?

P220 STW is a 1996 Yamaha Xvs, first registered on 2 October 1996.

Is P220 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P220 STW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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