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W826 VAU

2000 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,838 mi
Last recorded16,838 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW826 VAU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 16,838 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 16,810 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 16,810 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 16,372 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 16,168 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 15,877 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,213 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 14,406 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 13,489 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 12,022 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 11,457 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 10,368 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 12 May 2006 9,804 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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W826 VAU 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 92.3%.

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 W826 VAU, 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 W826 VAU registered?

W826 VAU is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W826 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W826 VAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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