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CU53 FXV

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

17,534 mi
Last recorded17,534 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 FXV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 17,534 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 16,782 miles

no front mud guard fitted

rear tyre damaged in centre but not affecting its structure

Fail 30 May 2024 16,782 miles

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

no front mud guard fitted

rear tyre damaged in centre but not affecting its structure

Pass 6 Mar 2023 15,575 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 14,019 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 13,241 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 12,385 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 12,200 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 11,959 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 11,238 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2014 9,293 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 9,293 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 9,266 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,229 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,960 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 4,984 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 4,793 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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CU53 FXV is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,285 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 CU53 FXV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU53 FXV registered?

CU53 FXV is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is CU53 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 FXV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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