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N238 JBY

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,091 mi
Last recorded37,091 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 JBY
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 37,091 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 36,989 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit down to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,887 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,647 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 36,432 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 36,416 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,187 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 36,123 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 35,906 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 35,552 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,216 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 34,949 miles

both tyres under inflated

Fail 13 Mar 2008 34,949 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

both tyres under inflated

Pass 15 Mar 2007 34,426 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 32,910 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N238 JBY is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N238 JBY, 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.

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What year was N238 JBY registered?

N238 JBY is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N238 JBY safe to buy?

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