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R940 YJA

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,264 mi
Last recorded15,264 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 YJA
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 15,264 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,082 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 14,976 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 14,630 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 14,630 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,362 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 13,137 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 13,123 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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R940 YJA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R940 YJA, 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 R940 YJA registered?

R940 YJA is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R940 YJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 YJA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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