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GHB 654V

2001 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,291 mi
Last recorded17,291 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XS65014,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHB 654V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 17,291 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 17,069 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 17,025 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 17,025 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 16,870 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 16,683 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 16,393 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 16,001 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 15,411 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 15,411 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 15,347 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 15,333 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 15,306 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 15,228 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 15,220 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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GHB 654V is a 2001 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,247 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 XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHB 654V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHB 654V registered?

GHB 654V is a 2001 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is GHB 654V safe to buy?

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