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V317 VKE

2000 Yamaha XV1600

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,843 mi
Last recorded13,843 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV317 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 13,843 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 13,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 12,369 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 12,272 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 12,272 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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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V317 VKE is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600 in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V317 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 V317 VKE registered?

V317 VKE is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is V317 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V317 VKE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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