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P355 VFV

1996 Yamaha Xj

Silver Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,069 mi
Last recorded20,069 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 VFV
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 20,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,417 miles

Front mudguard cracked

Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,072 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 17,061 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 16,633 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 16,619 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 16,380 miles

Offside Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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P355 VFV is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 29,254 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P355 VFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P355 VFV registered?

P355 VFV is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is P355 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P355 VFV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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