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AV16 XAM

2016 Yamaha Yzf

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,896 mi
Last recorded14,896 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Yamaha Yzf10,591 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV16 XAM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 14,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Link bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Foot (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 14,867 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Link bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Foot (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 12,876 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 11,590 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 10,101 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 10,101 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls sticky brake light switch - cleaned and adjusted (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 10,034 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 9,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 May 2019 9,496 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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AV16 XAM is a 2016 Yamaha Yzf in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 10,591 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV16 XAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 10 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV16 XAM registered?

AV16 XAM is a 2016 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 21 May 2016.

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