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P320 SWS

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,571 mi
Last recorded19,571 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP320 SWS
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 19,571 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2025 19,404 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 19,366 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre pressure low

Pass 12 Apr 2023 19,192 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 18,871 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 18,544 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 18,147 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 17,813 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 17,704 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 17,632 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 17,556 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 17,196 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 17,196 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,521 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,588 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,283 miles

no heat guards on front pipes

rear tyre perished

Fail 8 Jul 2011 16,283 miles

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

no heat guards on front pipes

rear tyre perished

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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P320 SWS is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P320 SWS, 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 P320 SWS registered?

P320 SWS is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P320 SWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P320 SWS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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