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X831 VRL

2001 Yamaha XV1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

807 mi
Last recorded807 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV160017,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX831 VRL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 807 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 May 2022 807 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 752 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 15 Sep 2018 752 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2017 620 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2017 620 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 10,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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X831 VRL is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,944 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 X831 VRL, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X831 VRL registered?

X831 VRL is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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The MOT history for X831 VRL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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