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HD55 XFT

2006 Yamaha XV1700

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,715 mi
Last recorded14,715 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XV170015,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD55 XFT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 14,715 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 14,715 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 14,079 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 13,769 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 13,338 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 12,410 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2021 11,709 miles

throttle cable slightly sticking

Pass 20 Apr 2020 10,963 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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HD55 XFT is a 2006 Yamaha XV1700 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 15,372 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 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 HD55 XFT, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD55 XFT registered?

HD55 XFT is a 2006 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is HD55 XFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD55 XFT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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