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MCZ 8389

2002 Yamaha XV1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,933 mi
Last recorded20,933 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV160017,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCZ 8389
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 20,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 20,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 20,759 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 20,588 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 19,660 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 18,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 18,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 17,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,883 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 14,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 14,057 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 13,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 11,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 11,792 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 9,471 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2008 7,962 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 6,695 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 4,431 miles

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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MCZ 8389 is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MCZ 8389, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MCZ 8389 registered?

MCZ 8389 is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is MCZ 8389 safe to buy?

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