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R987 NRD

1997 Yamaha XV1000

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,612 mi
Last recorded18,612 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 NRD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 18,612 miles
Fail 25 May 2026 18,612 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 May 2025 16,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2025 16,764 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 16,670 miles

Slight Play In Gear Selector Lever Bush

Pass 5 May 2022 16,641 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 16,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 16,268 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 15,222 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 14,517 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 11,549 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 8,988 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 6,040 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 4,101 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,599 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 2,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 2,461 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 2,373 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 2,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 1,949 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1000?

Based on 1,265 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Direction indicator not working 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
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R987 NRD is a 1997 Yamaha XV1000 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R987 NRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R987 NRD registered?

R987 NRD is a 1997 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R987 NRD safe to buy?

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