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R903 PHY

1997 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,552 mi
Last recorded40,552 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv16,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 PHY
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 40,552 miles

Gear linkage worn

Pass 14 Jul 2023 38,449 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 38,420 miles

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Locking device missing (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 38,390 miles

vin number corroded very difficult to read on head set

Pass 18 Aug 2018 36,042 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 34,011 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 31,438 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 29,074 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 27,649 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 25,933 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,968 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 18,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2006 15,214 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,214 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 15,186 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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R903 PHY is a 1997 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,868 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 R903 PHY, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R903 PHY registered?

R903 PHY is a 1997 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R903 PHY safe to buy?

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