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YN03 DXV

2003 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,723 mi
Last recorded8,723 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV160017,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 DXV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 8,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tested without front mudguard fitted.

Tested without final drive belt guard fitted.

Fail 27 Aug 2025 8,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tested without front mudguard fitted.

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

Tested without final drive belt guard fitted.

Pass 11 Jun 2019 8,581 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 8,044 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 7,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 7,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 6,709 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 6,112 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 5,413 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 5,283 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 4,886 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 3,841 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 3,841 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2006 3,239 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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YN03 DXV is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,334 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 YN03 DXV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN03 DXV registered?

YN03 DXV is a 2003 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YN03 DXV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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