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JRV 485X

1998 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,261 mi
Last recorded30,261 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT21,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 485X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 30,261 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,943 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 29,500 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 29,500 miles

Stop lamp not working NO STOP LAMP WHEN EITHER THE FRONT OR REAR BRAKE IS APPLIED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 51,774 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2017 51,774 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 51,774 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 51,500 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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JRV 485X is a 1998 Yamaha XT in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRV 485X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRV 485X registered?

JRV 485X is a 1998 Yamaha XT, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is JRV 485X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRV 485X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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