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E117 ERA

1988 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,689 mi
Last recorded14,689 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2020
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT25,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE117 ERA
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2020 14,689 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 14,689 miles

dampness around front brake master cylinder

horn deteriorating

Pass 7 May 2013 14,685 miles

front brake pads worn low

front tyres worn uneven

Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,628 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 14,628 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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E117 ERA is a 1988 Yamaha XT in White with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 25,695 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E117 ERA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E117 ERA registered?

E117 ERA is a 1988 Yamaha XT, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is E117 ERA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E117 ERA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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