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LF03 XLJ

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

45,331 mi
Last recorded45,331 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 45,331 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 43,685 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 42,121 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 39,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 34,681 miles

uneven wear on rear tyre

Fail 8 Nov 2021 34,628 miles

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

slight uneven wear on rear tyre-also slight cracking on sidewall.

Pass 28 Oct 2020 30,288 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 27,259 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 24,206 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 21,503 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 19,351 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 17,553 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 16,025 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 13,246 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 10,493 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 10,493 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 8,370 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 6,994 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 6,172 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 5,231 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 4,193 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 2,507 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 1,555 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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LF03 XLJ is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,285 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 LF03 XLJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF03 XLJ registered?

LF03 XLJ is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is LF03 XLJ safe to buy?

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