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P487 CPM

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,322 mi
Last recorded21,322 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 CPM
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2013 21,322 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

unable to test any lights ,horn indicators due to electrical fault.

o/s mirror insecure needs to be fixed.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 19,502 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 16,905 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 15,288 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 15,288 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008
Fail 20 Oct 2008 10,858 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 9,483 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2007 7,057 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 5,318 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 3,469 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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P487 CPM is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P487 CPM, 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 P487 CPM registered?

P487 CPM is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P487 CPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 CPM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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