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EG54 ZDE

2005 Yamaha Xv 1700

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,843 mi
Last recorded33,843 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Xv 170017,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG54 ZDE
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 1700
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 33,843 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Rear brake line banjo corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy Slightly noisy but baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

N/S switch gear loose, repaired during test

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

Fail 11 Jul 2025 33,843 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Rear brake line banjo corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy Slightly noisy but baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

N/S switch gear loose, repaired during test

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

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Repaired (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 32,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock link bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 28,803 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 27,168 miles

motorcycle combination

Pass 5 Jun 2020 26,699 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 26,365 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 25,916 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 25,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 24,274 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 24,274 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 24,269 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 24,019 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 23,888 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 23,888 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 23,650 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 1700?

Based on 1,923 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
1,001
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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EG54 ZDE is a 2005 Yamaha Xv 1700 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha Xv 1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,362 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 Xv 1700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG54 ZDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 1700 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha Xv 1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EG54 ZDE registered?

EG54 ZDE is a 2005 Yamaha Xv 1700, first registered on 1 January 2005.

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