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YK57 TLR

2008 Yamaha XV1700

Blue Petrol 1670cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,002 mi
Last recorded33,002 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XV170015,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK57 TLR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1700
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,670cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 33,002 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 32,600 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2024 32,067 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 31,656 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 28,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 28,982 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 26,448 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 23,011 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 21,576 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 21,576 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2018 20,517 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 19,380 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 18,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 16,473 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1700?

Based on 3,087 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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YK57 TLR is a 2008 Yamaha XV1700 in Blue with a 1,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XV1700 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 15,466 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 XV1700 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK57 TLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1700 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XV1700 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YK57 TLR registered?

YK57 TLR is a 2008 Yamaha XV1700, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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