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GE02 XXX

2002 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV160017,016 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGE02 XXX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025
Pass 1 Nov 2024

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cracking to inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 28,035 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 27,999 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 25,973 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 25,967 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear mudguard has two bolts missing but not insecure

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

clutch return spring broken

vehicle with beam converter fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 25,793 miles

Nearside Rear motorcycle structure has clearly rubbed on chain guard at some point

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

beam converter fitted

exhaust noisy

Pass 13 Jul 2017 25,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear belt guard shows signs of rubbing on body work

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

headlamp beam converter fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2017 25,691 miles

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts brake hose (3.2.B2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear belt guard shows signs of rubbing on body work

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

headlamp beam converter fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2016 25,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

headlamp fitted with beam converter

play within rear mono shock pivot mechanism

Pass 28 May 2015 25,560 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 28 May 2015 25,560 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 24,520 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 24,520 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 22,573 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 22,573 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,878 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 19,761 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 17,870 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,531 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2006 7,388 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 May 2006 5,805 miles

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

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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GE02 XXX is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 17,016 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 GE02 XXX, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GE02 XXX is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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