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B16 SYH

2005 Yamaha Xv

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,549 mi
Last recorded15,549 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Xv15,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 SYH
MakeYamaha
ModelXv
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 15,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2026 29,735 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 28,636 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2024 27,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2023 15,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2023 15,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 24,066 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 14,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 23,089 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 21,947 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 21,947 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 12,817 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 12,817 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 May 2020 17,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 16,536 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 14,288 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 11,989 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 7,806 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 4,800 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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B16 SYH is a 2005 Yamaha Xv in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Xv models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,511 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 B16 SYH, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha Xv is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B16 SYH registered?

B16 SYH is a 2005 Yamaha Xv, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is B16 SYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 SYH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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