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FM56 VBT

2007 Yamaha XV1600

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,180 mi
Last recorded33,180 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM56 VBT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2007
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 33,180 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 32,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 32,307 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 30,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 27,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Feb 2021 26,574 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 7,522 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 25,555 miles

Registration plate incorrect small (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 24,940 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 23,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 23,663 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,810 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 19,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 15,619 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 11,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 6,059 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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FM56 VBT is a 2007 Yamaha XV1600 in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FM56 VBT, 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 19 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM56 VBT registered?

FM56 VBT is a 2007 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2007.

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The MOT history for FM56 VBT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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