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HW51 FDG

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,850 mi
Last recorded11,850 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 FDG
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 11,850 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 11,571 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 11,457 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 11,292 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 11,269 miles

Central Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 10,132 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

carb inlet pipes perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2016 9,971 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 9,898 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,838 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 9,705 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 9,392 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,392 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 9,154 miles

slight knock on front suspension

Pass 28 Jun 2010 8,949 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 7,788 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 7,634 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 6,912 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 6,833 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 6,733 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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HW51 FDG is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HW51 FDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW51 FDG registered?

HW51 FDG is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is HW51 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 FDG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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