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P232 XAG

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

8,116 mi
Last recorded8,116 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 8,116 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 8,060 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 8,002 miles

Central Front Mudguard insecure

Pass 19 May 2023 7,971 miles

Central Front Mudguard insecure

Fail 19 May 2023 7,971 miles

Central Front Mudguard insecure

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 7,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 7,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 7,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 7,737 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 7,489 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 6,003 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 5,684 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,676 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,466 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 5,447 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 5,421 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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P232 XAG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,314 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 P232 XAG, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P232 XAG registered?

P232 XAG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P232 XAG safe to buy?

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