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T823 WPB

1999 Yamaha XV1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,261 mi
Last recorded11,261 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV160020,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT823 WPB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 11,261 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 11,254 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 11,254 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 11,149 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2023 11,149 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 11,100 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 10,974 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,892 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 10,867 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 10,826 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 10,397 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,387 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 10,192 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 10,064 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,049 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 10,012 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,968 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2010 9,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 9,799 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 8,840 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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T823 WPB is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 20,986 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 T823 WPB, 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 27 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 T823 WPB registered?

T823 WPB is a 1999 Yamaha XV1600, first registered on 12 August 1999.

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