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D297 XFW

1987 Yamaha XV1000

Red Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,844 mi
Last recorded32,844 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XV100025,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD297 XFW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,844 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 32,812 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 32,753 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 32,483 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 32,345 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 32,009 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 31,795 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 30,305 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 29,557 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,105 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 28,256 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 27,530 miles

front tyre cracking advise replace

Fail 24 Jun 2013 27,530 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

front tyre cracking advise replace

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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D297 XFW is a 1987 Yamaha XV1000 in Red with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 25,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D297 XFW, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of D297 XFW?

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What year was D297 XFW registered?

D297 XFW is a 1987 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D297 XFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D297 XFW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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