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E865 MVV

1988 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,528 mi
Last recorded15,528 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2013
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT25,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE865 MVV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2013 15,528 miles

Rear disc rusty.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 45,687 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 45,665 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2011 44,502 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 43,121 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 39,742 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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E865 MVV is a 1988 Yamaha XT in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 E865 MVV, 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 E865 MVV registered?

E865 MVV is a 1988 Yamaha XT, first registered on 28 March 1988.

Is E865 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E865 MVV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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