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R541 BLA

1997 Yamaha Xv

White Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,979 mi
Last recorded33,979 miles
Recorded on8 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR541 BLA
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2020 33,979 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 33,859 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,355 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No rear mudguard fitted.Position of seat in relation to rear tyre could cause concern.

Fail 20 Feb 2016 24,335 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Aug 2014 23,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 23,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 22,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,783 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 18,522 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 16,139 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 16,139 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 10,976 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 8,092 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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R541 BLA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in White with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R541 BLA, 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 R541 BLA registered?

R541 BLA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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