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P708 XUB

1997 Yamaha Fazer

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,433 mi
Last recorded34,433 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 XUB
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 34,433 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 34,387 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 34,249 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 33,868 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 33,563 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2020 33,277 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 33,270 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 33,270 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling Wheel alignment out (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. Loose grip (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 27,683 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 26,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,059 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,046 miles

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 26,013 miles

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 25,991 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 25,967 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 25,802 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 25,772 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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P708 XUB is a 1997 Yamaha Fazer in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P708 XUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P708 XUB registered?

P708 XUB is a 1997 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P708 XUB safe to buy?

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