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G4 OUL

2008 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,546 mi
Last recorded6,546 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xv28,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 OUL
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 6,546 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 5,778 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 5,334 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 4,687 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 4,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 4,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 3,515 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv?

Based on 3,425 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 11
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G4 OUL is a 2008 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 28,653 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G4 OUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xv is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G4 OUL registered?

G4 OUL is a 2008 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is G4 OUL safe to buy?

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