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BX53 GXP

2004 Yamaha XV1700

Purple Petrol 1670cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

13,285 mi
Last recorded13,285 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XV170016,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 GXP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,670cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 13,285 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 12,396 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 11,778 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 10,861 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 10,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 9,214 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 12,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 6,054 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 6,054 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 5,028 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 5,008 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 4,358 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 3,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2014 3,953 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 2,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2013 2,886 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2012 1,093 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 1,086 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 1,086 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1700?

Based on 3,087 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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BX53 GXP is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700 in Purple with a 1,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,408 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 XV1700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX53 GXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1700 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX53 GXP registered?

BX53 GXP is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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