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X79 RFR

2000 Yamaha XV1600

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,756 mi
Last recorded13,756 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV160020,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX79 RFR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 13,756 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 13,330 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 13,330 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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X79 RFR is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600 in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X79 RFR, 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 X79 RFR registered?

X79 RFR is a 2000 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X79 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X79 RFR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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