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P632 PBP

1997 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,681 mi
Last recorded7,681 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP632 PBP
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,681 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 7,601 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 7,601 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 6,941 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 6,280 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 5,813 miles

slight rusting on front and rear wheel spokes.

Pass 25 Jun 2008 5,644 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 5,642 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 5,539 miles

very slight blowing at front of exhaust system

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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P632 PBP is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P632 PBP, 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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P632 PBP is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P632 PBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P632 PBP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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