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S623 FAJ

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Red Petrol 1602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,007 mi
Last recorded32,007 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS623 FAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,602cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 32,007 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 31,692 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 29,433 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 27,494 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 26,156 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement monoshock-bottom bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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S623 FAJ is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Red with a 1,602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,986 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 S623 FAJ, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S623 FAJ registered?

S623 FAJ is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S623 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S623 FAJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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