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MV03 BZK

2003 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,700 mi
Last recorded10,700 miles
Recorded on23 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV160017,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 BZK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2012 10,700 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 10,096 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 9,557 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 9,057 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 9,057 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 8,140 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,273 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 5,948 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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MV03 BZK is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,334 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 MV03 BZK, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV03 BZK registered?

MV03 BZK is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is MV03 BZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 BZK 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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