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N49 MHR

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,228 mi
Last recorded25,228 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN49 MHR
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 25,228 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 25,228 miles

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 24,983 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,351 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 21,662 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 May 2011 21,076 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 21,076 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,960 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 19,958 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009
Fail 18 Mar 2009 10,087 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 18,000 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 17,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 18 Oct 2005 17,725 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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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N49 MHR is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 N49 MHR, 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 N49 MHR registered?

N49 MHR is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N49 MHR safe to buy?

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