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JBW 931Y

1983 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,376 mi
Last recorded22,376 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Xv24,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 931Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 22,376 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 22,245 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 22,076 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 22,025 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 21,367 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 19,459 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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JBW 931Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBW 931Y, 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 JBW 931Y?

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What year was JBW 931Y registered?

JBW 931Y is a 1983 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is JBW 931Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 931Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 931Y have outstanding finance?

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