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WU02 VWL

2002 Yamaha XV1600

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,678 mi
Last recorded20,678 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XV160017,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 VWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2012 20,678 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,462 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 19,130 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 19,130 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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WU02 VWL is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600 in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 17,016 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 WU02 VWL, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU02 VWL registered?

WU02 VWL is a 2002 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is WU02 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 VWL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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