MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,624 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Central Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake hose leaking (front ferral at master cylinder) (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS
front brake sticking slightly
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1600?
Based on 8,331 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU53 DFA is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
Across all 2003 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,334 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 XV1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 DFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha XV1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BU53 DFA registered?
BU53 DFA is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 1 November 2003.
Is BU53 DFA safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU53 DFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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