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N999 RLB

2008 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,997 mi
Last recorded14,997 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVS6509,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN999 RLB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 14,997 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,371 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 12,084 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 12,084 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 7,758 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 12,188 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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N999 RLB is a 2008 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,840 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 N999 RLB, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N999 RLB registered?

N999 RLB is a 2008 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is N999 RLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N999 RLB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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