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P597 KBK

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,538 mi
Last recorded4,538 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP597 KBK
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 4,538 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 2,430 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 2,427 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2008 2,409 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 2,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 2,399 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 2,376 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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P597 KBK is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P597 KBK, 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 P597 KBK registered?

P597 KBK is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 24 September 1996.

Is P597 KBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P597 KBK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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