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Y489 XAV

2001 Yamaha XV1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,452 mi
Last recorded19,452 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV160017,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY489 XAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 19,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 19,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 19,151 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 19,142 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 18,154 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 16,861 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 16,861 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 16,756 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 16,756 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 15,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 May 2009 15,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 14,480 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 13,640 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

only 2 indicators fitted

rear flexi insecure

Pass 3 Jul 2007 13,640 miles

only 2 indicators fitted

rear flexi insecure

Pass 3 Jul 2006 13,370 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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Y489 XAV is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y489 XAV, 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.

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What year was Y489 XAV registered?

Y489 XAV is a 2001 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y489 XAV safe to buy?

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