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R808 XNE

1997 Yamaha XVZ1300

Red Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,483 mi
Last recorded9,483 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVZ130018,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 XNE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVZ1300
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 9,483 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 9,469 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 9,469 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 9,461 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 9,437 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 9,293 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 8,952 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 8,596 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 8,523 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 8,428 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 7,850 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 7,036 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVZ1300?

Based on 4,038 MOT tests across 370 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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R808 XNE is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 in Red with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 18,334 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 XVZ1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R808 XNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVZ1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVZ1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R808 XNE registered?

R808 XNE is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R808 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 XNE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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