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VTV 448Y

1982 Yamaha XS

Red Petrol 391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,106 mi
Last recorded19,106 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XS16,769 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTV 448Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine391cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,106 miles

Exhaust noisy home made and slightly noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 18,490 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy NOISY PIPES (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 17,206 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 16,447 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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VTV 448Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS in Red with a 391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 16,769 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VTV 448Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VTV 448Y registered?

VTV 448Y is a 1982 Yamaha XS, first registered on 6 September 1982.

Is VTV 448Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTV 448Y shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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