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L857 ULY

1994 Yamaha Xv

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,984 mi
Last recorded30,984 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Xv18,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL857 ULY
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 30,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 30,956 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely Cannot be applied smoothly (1.2.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Quiet (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak from engine

Pass 29 Jan 2024 29,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 28,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 27,823 miles

Front Brake poor efficiency

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 27,669 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 27,436 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 27,436 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 26,517 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Oct 2016 26,517 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 23,522 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Apr 2013 16,152 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2009 14,443 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,033 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,018 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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L857 ULY is a 1994 Yamaha Xv in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L857 ULY, 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.

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What year was L857 ULY registered?

L857 ULY is a 1994 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is L857 ULY safe to buy?

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