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PG53 VJF

2004 Yamaha XV1700

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,931 mi
Last recorded33,931 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XV170016,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG53 VJF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 33,931 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 33,931 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 32,857 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 32,857 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 32,633 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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PG53 VJF is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 16,408 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 PG53 VJF, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PG53 VJF registered?

PG53 VJF is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is PG53 VJF safe to buy?

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