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MK02 PVT

2002 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,773 mi
Last recorded20,773 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XVS65012,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 PVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 20,773 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 20,061 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 20,061 miles

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

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 18,743 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 18,393 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 18,368 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 18,295 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 18,166 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 17,518 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 17,445 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 17,439 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 17,365 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 17,355 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 73,583 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

reg plate slightly marked

Pass 13 Jun 2009 64,789 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 64,789 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 51,192 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 40,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 May 2006 27,768 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

nail in tyre

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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MK02 PVT is a 2002 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 12,445 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 MK02 PVT, 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 24 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 MK02 PVT registered?

MK02 PVT is a 2002 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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The MOT history for MK02 PVT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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