MOT Status
ValidMileage
38,747 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?
Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R897 VNT is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Brown with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
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 R897 VNT, 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 R897 VNT registered?
R897 VNT is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R897 VNT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R897 VNT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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