CarVerify

Free Car Check

HNF 718Y

1983 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,554 mi
Last recorded25,554 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Xv24,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 718Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 25,554 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 25,389 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 25,284 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 25,177 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 25,177 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 25,039 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 25,039 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 24,861 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 24,681 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 24,681 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 24,681 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 24,665 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 24,504 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2011 24,504 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 24,202 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 23,964 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 23,964 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 23,746 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,579 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,044 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
Full Yamaha Xv reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HNF 718Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 HNF 718Y, 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

How do I check the history of HNF 718Y?

You can check the full history of HNF 718Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HNF 718Y registered?

HNF 718Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HNF 718Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 718Y shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HNF 718Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HNF 718Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.