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FJ04 EFM

2004 Yamaha XVS650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,766 mi
Last recorded31,766 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XVS65010,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 EFM
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 31,766 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 31,766 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 29,795 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front riders footrest broken but secure

Fail 3 Apr 2024 29,795 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front riders footrest broken but secure

Pass 12 Apr 2022 27,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 27,753 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2021 26,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 26,230 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear registration plate slightly cracked

Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,429 miles

no front mudguard not fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 24,124 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 24,115 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 24,112 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 21,714 miles

Front mudguard detached on LH side

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 19,378 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 16,841 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 167,466 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

unable to test front wheel bearings due to brake binding

unable to test rear wheel bearings as unable to lift rear of machine of ground due to rear shock breakage

Pass 9 Mar 2011 12,761 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 12,761 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 10,195 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 8,803 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,526 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 3,812 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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FJ04 EFM is a 2004 Yamaha XVS650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,696 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 FJ04 EFM, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FJ04 EFM is a 2004 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 15 March 2004.

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