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DX53 JWP

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,083 mi
Last recorded17,083 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 JWP
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 17,083 miles

indicators flashing slight fast

Pass 30 Aug 2018 16,549 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 16,549 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 16,075 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

unable to fully inspect front brake pipes covered in wrapping

Fail 7 Sep 2017 16,075 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Front mudguard insecure bolt missing on mudguard stay (bridge support for front forks) (2.3.7)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

unable to fully inspect front brake pipes covered in wrapping

Fail 7 Sep 2017 16,066 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Both tyres perished

Exhaust noisy

Pass 8 Jun 2016 15,135 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 12,068 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 11,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear spokes not cheaked as bike has wheel cover on

Pass 28 Jun 2014 11,773 miles

rear wheel spoke covers fitted, unable to fully check rear spokes.

Fail 28 Jun 2014 11,773 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

rear wheel spoke covers fitted, unable to fully check rear spokes.

Pass 29 Jun 2013 7,412 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 7,209 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 6,953 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 6,281 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 5,361 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 4,907 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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DX53 JWP is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DX53 JWP, 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.

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DX53 JWP is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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