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W506 RLJ

2000 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW506 RLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 May 2026

Rear tyre cracked on sidewalls

Pass 26 Mar 2025 30,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 29,922 miles

Front Tyre perished, cracks in tread pattern

Rear Tyre perished, cracks in tread pattern

Pass 22 Aug 2018 29,394 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 28,645 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,740 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2015 27,318 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 27,001 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2010 23,393 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,357 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 14,491 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 13,787 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,992 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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W506 RLJ is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 W506 RLJ, 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 W506 RLJ registered?

W506 RLJ is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 10 July 2000.

Is W506 RLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W506 RLJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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