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R288 YRV

1997 Yamaha Xvs

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,970 mi
Last recorded19,970 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xvs17,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 YRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXvs
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2019 19,970 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 19,601 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 18,636 miles

advise headlight masks fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2015 18,380 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

headlamp converter fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2014 18,017 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2013 17,560 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2012 17,108 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 May 2011 16,088 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 15,694 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2009 14,979 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 13,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 13,371 miles

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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R288 YRV is a 1997 Yamaha Xvs in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xvs models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R288 YRV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xvs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R288 YRV registered?

R288 YRV is a 1997 Yamaha Xvs, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R288 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 YRV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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