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MX04 FVB

2004 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,196 mi
Last recorded14,196 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha XVS65010,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX04 FVB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 14,196 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 13,995 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 13,053 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 13,029 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 11,899 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 11,899 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 11,830 miles

no front mudguard fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2018 11,830 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

no front mudguard fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 11,354 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 11,354 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 11,320 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 11,314 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 10,711 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 9,880 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 9,089 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 8,169 miles

rear number plate delaminated slightly

Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,129 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear number plate slightly delaminated

Pass 7 Jul 2009 5,997 miles

number plate starting to delamnate

Pass 14 Mar 2008 4,414 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 4,414 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 3,149 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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MX04 FVB is a 2004 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 10,696 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 MX04 FVB, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX04 FVB registered?

MX04 FVB is a 2004 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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