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M472 XVW

1995 Yamaha Yzf

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

6,382 mi
Last recorded6,382 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Yzf23,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM472 XVW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 6,382 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 6,382 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 6,050 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 20 May 2016 6,049 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2015 5,154 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 May 2015 5,154 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 38,278 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 38,346 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 37,646 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 35,973 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 35,938 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,444 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 33,129 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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M472 XVW is a 1995 Yamaha Yzf in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 23,942 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M472 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M472 XVW registered?

M472 XVW is a 1995 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 18 April 1995.

Is M472 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M472 XVW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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