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GEL 25Y

1983 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,451 mi
Last recorded37,451 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Xv24,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 25Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 37,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2013 37,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jan 2013 37,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2011 36,915 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 36,831 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 35,362 miles

seat cover torn

Pass 15 Oct 2008 35,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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GEL 25Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 24,950 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 GEL 25Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha Xv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEL 25Y registered?

GEL 25Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GEL 25Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 25Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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