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HY51 EXL

2002 Yamaha XV1600

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

16,098 mi
Last recorded16,098 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV160017,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 EXL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 16,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 15,891 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2023 15,891 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 15,777 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 15,665 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 15,586 miles

Noisy exhaust system fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 15,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,414 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlight masks fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2014 15,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2012 14,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 14,277 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,770 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 13,566 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 12,885 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 12,003 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 12,003 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 11,100 miles

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

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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HY51 EXL is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600 in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HY51 EXL, 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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What year was HY51 EXL registered?

HY51 EXL is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is HY51 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 EXL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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