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B19 UTV

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Cream Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,408 mi
Last recorded21,408 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 UTV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 21,408 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 21,239 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 20,485 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 20,042 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 20,042 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

front brake lever nut loos

torque arm locking nut not fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2020 19,506 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 19,143 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 18,728 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 18,728 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,196 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 17,777 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?

Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 619
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 250
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 188
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 171
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 161
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B19 UTV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Cream with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,314 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 XVS650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 619 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B19 UTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B19 UTV registered?

B19 UTV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is B19 UTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 UTV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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