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HC53 HLW

2004 Yamaha XV1700

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,719 mi
Last recorded12,719 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XV170016,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC53 HLW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 12,719 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 12,671 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 12,453 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 10,013 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 6,672 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 4,992 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 4,316 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1700?

Based on 3,087 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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HC53 HLW is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV1700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HC53 HLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1700 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HC53 HLW registered?

HC53 HLW is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is HC53 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC53 HLW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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