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V956 XAG

2000 Yamaha XV1600

Grey Petrol 1602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,185 mi
Last recorded23,185 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV956 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,602cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 23,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 May 2025 23,185 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 22,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 May 2024 22,949 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 22,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 22,562 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2021 22,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 21,350 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 21,038 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 20,049 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,007 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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V956 XAG is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600 in Grey with a 1,602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V956 XAG, 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 V956 XAG registered?

V956 XAG is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V956 XAG safe to buy?

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