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S701 NGW

1997 Yamaha XVZ1300

White Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,879 mi
Last recorded25,879 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVZ130018,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS701 NGW
MakeYamaha
ModelXVZ1300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 25,879 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 25,063 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 24,127 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 23,353 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 22,261 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 21,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 19,609 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 18,463 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 16,756 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 15,829 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 15,135 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 15,132 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 13,667 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 13,024 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 12,235 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 10,408 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 8,828 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,726 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2006 6,891 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVZ1300?

Based on 4,038 MOT tests across 370 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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S701 NGW is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 in White with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 18,334 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVZ1300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S701 NGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVZ1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVZ1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S701 NGW registered?

S701 NGW is a 1997 Yamaha XVZ1300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S701 NGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S701 NGW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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