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RG53 GVY

2004 Yamaha XV1700

Grey Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,464 mi
Last recorded33,464 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XV170016,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 GVY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 33,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 May 2025 33,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 32,056 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 32,056 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 28,911 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 46,268 miles

Clutch lever damaged

Front brake lever damaged

Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 28,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 28,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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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RG53 GVY is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700 in Grey with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RG53 GVY, 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 RG53 GVY registered?

RG53 GVY is a 2004 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is RG53 GVY safe to buy?

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