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P864 MVV

1997 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,087 mi
Last recorded38,087 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP864 MVV
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 38,087 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired Both front & nearside rear. (1.5.3a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Handlebars slightly bent.

Fail 20 Sep 2016 38,056 miles

Drive chain worn to excess Chain is twisted. (6.2.1e)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Nearside rear footrest missing splitpin. (6.2.1h)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired Both front and N/S rear. (1.5.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Seal has come out of sprocket carrier. (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebars slightly bent.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear no.plate.

Right rear grab handle loose.

Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,901 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 33,430 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 33,430 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2013 30,826 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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P864 MVV is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P864 MVV, 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 P864 MVV registered?

P864 MVV is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 March 1997.

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