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P542 MAV

1997 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,952 mi
Last recorded48,952 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP542 MAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 48,952 miles

CLUTCH REQUIRES SLIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Offside Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

SPLIT PIN MISSING OUT REAR SPINDLE , AND REAR SWING ARM

Fail 12 Jul 2023 48,952 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

CLUTCH REQUIRES SLIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Offside Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

SPLIT PIN MISSING OUT REAR SPINDLE , AND REAR SWING ARM

Pass 2 Aug 2022 47,192 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 46,408 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front brake has little reserve travel when first applied

Pass 2 May 2015 46,408 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front brake has little reserve travel when first applied

Pass 10 May 2014 45,306 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight resistance on rear wheel whel rotated

Pass 27 Apr 2013 44,723 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

advise rear brake travel -

front brake lever travel high

front tyre perished

Fail 20 Apr 2013 44,694 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

advise rear brake travel -

front tyre perished

Pass 4 Feb 2012 44,446 miles

front brake disc inner face corroding

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 29 Jan 2011 43,736 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 42,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Jan 2009 39,116 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 39,116 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 34,351 miles

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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P542 MAV is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 P542 MAV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P542 MAV registered?

P542 MAV is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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