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L139 SAP

1993 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,827 mi
Last recorded18,827 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xv15,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL139 SAP
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 18,827 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 18,734 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 17,867 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 17,818 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 17,062 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,032 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 17,032 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 16,848 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,805 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 15,489 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 15,489 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2013 13,538 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,415 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 8,904 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 7,624 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 7,501 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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L139 SAP is a 1993 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 15,489 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 L139 SAP, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L139 SAP registered?

L139 SAP is a 1993 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 12 August 1993.

Is L139 SAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L139 SAP shows 16 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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