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P869 VHO

1996 Yamaha Xv

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,177 mi
Last recorded12,177 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xv17,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 VHO
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 12,177 miles

Front Front tyre sidewall slightly perished.

Pass 1 Aug 2024 1,253 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 1,246 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 1,241 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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P869 VHO is a 1996 Yamaha Xv in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P869 VHO, 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 P869 VHO registered?

P869 VHO is a 1996 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P869 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P869 VHO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P869 VHO have outstanding finance?

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