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P886 GPF

1997 Yamaha Xv

Purple Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,547 mi
Last recorded58,547 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP886 GPF
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 58,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 57,130 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 57,114 miles

Decelerometer brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2023 56,519 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 54,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 52,892 miles

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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P886 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Purple with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P886 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 P886 GPF registered?

P886 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P886 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P886 GPF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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