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HF51 RXW

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,125 mi
Last recorded14,125 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 RXW
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 14,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 14,123 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 12,272 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 10,644 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 9,659 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight corrosion starting on frame and rear swinging arm

Pass 14 Apr 2022 8,370 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing low to 1.6mm l/l is 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion just starting on rear swinging arm

Pass 20 Apr 2021 7,457 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 6,928 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 6,081 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 5,658 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 5,652 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 5,649 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 5,627 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 5,415 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 5,386 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 5,322 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 5,185 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 5,016 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 4,940 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 4,670 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 3,800 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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HF51 RXW is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,452 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF51 RXW, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF51 RXW registered?

HF51 RXW is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is HF51 RXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 RXW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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