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J33 XVS

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,228 mi
Last recorded30,228 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 XVS
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 30,228 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 29,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 29,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 29,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 29,772 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 29,514 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust noisy

Pass 29 Jul 2017 29,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 29,038 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 28,822 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 27,854 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,457 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,983 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 26,603 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,365 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 24,679 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 24,679 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 24,016 miles

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

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,309 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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J33 XVS is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,680 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 J33 XVS, 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 28 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 J33 XVS registered?

J33 XVS is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 17 July 1998.

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