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RIB 8445

1984 Yamaha XV1000

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,241 mi
Last recorded28,241 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XV100028,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIB 8445
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1000
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 28,241 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 28,087 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 28,037 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 28,033 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 28,033 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

passenger seat loose

Pass 5 Sep 2016 20,217 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 20,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front wheel free movement slightly restricted

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Oct 2012 20,109 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

no mirrors fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2010 20,092 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1000?

Based on 1,265 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Direction indicator not working 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 6
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RIB 8445 is a 1984 Yamaha XV1000 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 28,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIB 8445, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RIB 8445 registered?

RIB 8445 is a 1984 Yamaha XV1000, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is RIB 8445 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIB 8445 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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