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P31 RXY

2003 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,117 mi
Last recorded28,117 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV160017,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 RXY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 28,117 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 28,010 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 28,010 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 27,576 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 27,229 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 26,401 miles

Front Engine Mounting Bracket - Missing Bolt

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 26,378 miles

Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting oil leak (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 25,992 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 24,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,111 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 20,470 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 18,517 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 16,596 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 14,754 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,165 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 10,831 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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P31 RXY is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 P31 RXY, 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 P31 RXY registered?

P31 RXY is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is P31 RXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 RXY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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