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L281 OAL

1994 Yamaha Xv

Grey Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,732 mi
Last recorded21,732 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Xv18,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 OAL
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2013 21,732 miles

Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

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

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 20,684 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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L281 OAL is a 1994 Yamaha Xv in Grey with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 18,032 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 L281 OAL, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L281 OAL?

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What year was L281 OAL registered?

L281 OAL is a 1994 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 8 April 1994.

Is L281 OAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L281 OAL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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