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P265 VFA

1997 Yamaha XVZ1300

Black Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,814 mi
Last recorded25,814 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVZ130018,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 VFA
MakeYamaha
ModelXVZ1300
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,814 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 23,820 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 15,466 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 12,229 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 1,222 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVZ1300?

Based on 4,038 MOT tests across 370 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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P265 VFA is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 in Black with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 18,334 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVZ1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P265 VFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVZ1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVZ1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P265 VFA registered?

P265 VFA is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P265 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 VFA shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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