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FB51 FMY

2001 Yamaha XV1600

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,451 mi
Last recorded56,451 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV160017,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 FMY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 56,451 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2025 56,421 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Rear plastic panel insecure likely to foul on rear tyre (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 53,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2024 53,860 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 52,668 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 52,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 52,406 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 51,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front no mudguard fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear no mudguard fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2019 49,098 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 59,721 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 45,164 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 42,406 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 41,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 41,494 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 39,719 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1600?

Based on 8,331 MOT tests across 643 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
737
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
643
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 91
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 26
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FB51 FMY is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600 in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,944 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 FB51 FMY, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FB51 FMY is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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