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P854 GPF

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,548 mi
Last recorded19,548 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP854 GPF
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 19,548 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 19,358 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 19,358 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 18,241 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 18,238 miles

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 10 May 2022 18,218 miles

Rear additional id plate fitted below no plate

Rear tyre showing signs of cracking/perished

Pass 11 Mar 2021 17,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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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P854 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P854 GPF, 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 P854 GPF registered?

P854 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P854 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P854 GPF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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