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V103 GGS

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,410 mi
Last recorded6,410 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV103 GGS
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 6,410 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 6,095 miles

Front tyre wearing low and perished

Pass 19 Apr 2016 5,728 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 5,442 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 5,209 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 4,909 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,424 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 3,062 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 3,062 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 2,900 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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V103 GGS is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V103 GGS, 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 V103 GGS registered?

V103 GGS is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is V103 GGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V103 GGS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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