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TAZ 1600

2001 Yamaha XV1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

14,996 mi
Last recorded14,996 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV160017,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 1600
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 14,996 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 14,488 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 14,488 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 13,526 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 12,872 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 12,428 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 12,127 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 11,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 10,786 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 10,437 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 10,227 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,049 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 9,627 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,130 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 8,671 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 8,229 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 8,229 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 7,648 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 7,648 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 7,646 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 7,646 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2008 7,166 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 7,166 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2007 7,082 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 6,698 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 6,597 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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TAZ 1600 is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,944 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 TAZ 1600, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TAZ 1600 registered?

TAZ 1600 is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is TAZ 1600 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 1600 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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