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EM55 RAH

2005 Yamaha Xv 1700

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,071 mi
Last recorded23,071 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha Xv 170017,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM55 RAH
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 1700
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 23,071 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 22,839 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 22,701 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 22,456 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 22,077 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 22,072 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 21,554 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 21,458 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 21,219 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,875 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 20,564 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 19,256 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 18,139 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 17,166 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,894 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 15,183 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 14,470 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 14,470 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 12,784 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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EM55 RAH is a 2005 Yamaha Xv 1700 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EM55 RAH, 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 EM55 RAH registered?

EM55 RAH is a 2005 Yamaha Xv 1700, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EM55 RAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM55 RAH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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