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T225 VAJ

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,800 mi
Last recorded51,800 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT225 VAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 51,800 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 51,774 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 50,302 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 49,281 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 49,280 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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T225 VAJ is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc 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 T225 VAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T225 VAJ registered?

T225 VAJ is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T225 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T225 VAJ 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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