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N214 ULJ

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

8,743 mi
Last recorded8,743 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN214 ULJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 8,743 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 8,677 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 8,658 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 8,634 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 8,549 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 8,521 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 8,428 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 8,330 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 8,240 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 8,052 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 8,052 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 7,834 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,583 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 7,363 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 7,279 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 7,150 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 7,150 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 6,948 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 6,179 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 5,262 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 4,319 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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N214 ULJ is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 17,725 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 N214 ULJ, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N214 ULJ registered?

N214 ULJ is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is N214 ULJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N214 ULJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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