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J187 JMC

1992 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,270 mi
Last recorded41,270 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xv21,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ187 JMC
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 41,270 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 40,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 4 miles

Front Head lamp masking fitted at the time of test

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Extra reflector needed

Pass 26 May 2018 38,664 miles

exhaust noisy

head light mask fitted at time of testing

play in gear lever pivots

Pass 12 Jun 2017 37,633 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 35,773 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 31,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 28,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 27,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 26,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 25,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 24,348 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 24,348 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 22,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 22,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 19,636 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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J187 JMC is a 1992 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 21,086 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 J187 JMC, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J187 JMC registered?

J187 JMC is a 1992 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 13 July 1992.

Is J187 JMC safe to buy?

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