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HC57 ASU

2008 Yamaha Xv

Grey Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,312 mi
Last recorded8,312 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Xv28,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC57 ASU
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 8,312 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 8,299 miles

Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Front ones too close together (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 May 2024 5,619 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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HC57 ASU is a 2008 Yamaha Xv in Grey with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HC57 ASU, 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 HC57 ASU registered?

HC57 ASU is a 2008 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is HC57 ASU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC57 ASU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HC57 ASU have outstanding finance?

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