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S779 LEP

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Grey Petrol 1602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,461 mi
Last recorded36,461 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS779 LEP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,602cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 36,461 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 36,140 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,587 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 34,802 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 34,618 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 34,614 miles

Fuel system component leaking carb leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (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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S779 LEP is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Grey with a 1,602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S779 LEP, 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 S779 LEP registered?

S779 LEP is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S779 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S779 LEP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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