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PL17 XLU

2017 Yamaha Xvs

Grey Petrol 942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,614 mi
Last recorded31,614 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Yamaha Xvs6,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL17 XLU
MakeYamaha
ModelXvs
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine942cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 31,614 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 23,448 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 23,448 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 14,337 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 413 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 366 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020

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How Reliable is the Yamaha Xvs?

Based on 8,868 MOT tests across 1,225 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
778
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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PL17 XLU is a 2017 Yamaha Xvs in Grey with a 942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Yamaha Xvs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 6,355 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 Xvs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL17 XLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xvs typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 9 years old, this Yamaha Xvs is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PL17 XLU registered?

PL17 XLU is a 2017 Yamaha Xvs, first registered on 1 August 2017.

Is PL17 XLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL17 XLU 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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