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V179 VKE

2000 Yamaha XV1600

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,375 mi
Last recorded57,375 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV179 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 57,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 56,699 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2024 56,089 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 54,750 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 54,418 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 54,234 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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V179 VKE is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 20,277 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 V179 VKE, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V179 VKE registered?

V179 VKE is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V179 VKE safe to buy?

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