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K9 XVW

2005 Yamaha XV1700

Black Petrol 1670cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,780 mi
Last recorded30,780 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XV170017,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 XVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,670cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 30,780 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 27,381 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 21,043 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 20,486 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,151 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 17,512 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 17,512 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 17,212 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 17,212 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 1,265 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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K9 XVW is a 2005 Yamaha XV1700 in Black with a 1,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 17,666 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 K9 XVW, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K9 XVW registered?

K9 XVW is a 2005 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for K9 XVW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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