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T159 FCW

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,743 mi
Last recorded19,743 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 FCW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 19,743 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 19,743 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 18,534 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,984 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 15,596 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 15,596 miles

Stop lamp not working Switch on pedal re-attatched. (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 15,105 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 14,802 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 14,703 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 14,458 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 14,444 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 13,679 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 13,679 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 12,864 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 12,768 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 12,562 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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T159 FCW is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T159 FCW, 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 T159 FCW registered?

T159 FCW is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is T159 FCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T159 FCW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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