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E303 MHW

1988 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,713 mi
Last recorded6,713 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT25,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE303 MHW
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 6,713 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 6,574 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 6,234 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 75,068 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2016 75,068 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 75,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear number plate cracked

Pass 10 Jun 2014 75,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 75,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Oct 2012 75,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 77,548 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 76,559 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 75,068 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 73,917 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 71,666 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 70,849 miles

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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E303 MHW is a 1988 Yamaha XT in Black with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E303 MHW, 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 E303 MHW registered?

E303 MHW is a 1988 Yamaha XT, first registered on 18 May 1988.

Is E303 MHW safe to buy?

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