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P337 WAX

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,720 mi
Last recorded38,720 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP337 WAX
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 38,720 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 37,500 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 36,416 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 36,397 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 36,218 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 35,881 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded rear (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,540 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

engine corrosion

frame corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,935 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

frame corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2012 33,986 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 33,300 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 32,423 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

fork dust seals engine corrosion /gear stick worn

Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,890 miles

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

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

fork dust seals corroded /l/h indicator loose /engine corrosion /

Fail 3 Sep 2009 30,890 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

fork dust seals corroded /l/h indicator loose /engine corrosion /

Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,961 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,915 miles

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

front brake hose insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2006 19,402 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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P337 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 P337 WAX, 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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P337 WAX is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 5 March 1997.

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