Yamaha Xv1600a MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 450 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Xv1600a MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Xv1600a is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 450 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% and a failure rate of 17.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Xv1600a earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Xv1600a presents for MOT with approximately 24,734 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1999 models achieve the highest pass rate at 87.9%, while 2002 models have the lowest at 76.7%. This 11.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Xv1600a is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 8.2% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 7.1%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 3.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 8.4% | 38 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 7.6% | 34 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.8% | 17 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.8% | 17 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 3.1% | 14 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 7 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.1% | 5 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.1% | 5 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.9% | 4 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.4% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.2% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 1 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,734 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.41 | 8.4% | 38 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.05 | 7.6% | 34 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.53 | 3.8% | 17 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.53 | 3.8% | 17 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.26 | 3.1% | 14 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.63 | 1.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.45 | 1.1% | 5 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.45 | 1.1% | 5 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.36 | 0.9% | 4 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.18 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.18 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.09 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.09 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.09 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.09 | 0.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Xv1600a has 24,734 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Yamaha Xv1600a has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.12% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Xv1600a MOT Data
The Yamaha Xv1600a is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 450 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% and a failure rate of 17.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Xv1600a owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xv1600a is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 8.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 8.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xv1600a. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 7.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xv1600a. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 3.8% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xv1600a. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Xv1600a?
Based on 450 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Xv1600a has an overall pass rate of 82.4% (17.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xv1600a?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Xv1600a fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.2%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (7.1%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Xv1600a reliable?
With a 17.6% MOT failure rate, the Xv1600a is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Xv1600a?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.2%); Motorcycle brakes (7.1%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.