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P378 BCW

1997 Yamaha Xv

Maroon Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

28,162 mi
Last recorded28,162 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP378 BCW
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 28,162 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 28,143 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 28,016 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 27,990 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 27,966 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 27,966 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 27,950 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 27,807 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 27,668 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 27,613 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 27,601 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,589 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 27,356 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 25,922 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 25,576 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 25,386 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 25,222 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 25,102 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 24,837 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,416 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 24,144 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,705 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 22,176 miles

Rear 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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P378 BCW is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Maroon with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 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 P378 BCW, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P378 BCW registered?

P378 BCW is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P378 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P378 BCW shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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