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P234 NRT

1996 Yamaha Xv

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,720 mi
Last recorded29,720 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 NRT
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 29,720 miles
Pass 16 May 2021 28,141 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 24,771 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 24,045 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,643 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 22,570 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 22,245 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 21,878 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 21,313 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 20,997 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,218 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,795 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 19,271 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 18,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2007 17,421 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 16,714 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P234 NRT is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P234 NRT, 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 P234 NRT registered?

P234 NRT is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P234 NRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 NRT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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