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P390 DPE

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,255 mi
Last recorded25,255 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP390 DPE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 25,255 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 25,241 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 25,133 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 24,676 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 23,055 miles

motorcycle has been tested for use during daylight hours

Fail 25 Mar 2021 23,055 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

motorcycle has been tested for use during daylight hours

Pass 3 Sep 2019 22,861 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 22,861 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Jun 2015 22,741 miles

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Front and Rear mudgaurds NOT fitted at time of test

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2014 22,024 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 20,942 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,706 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,253 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 18,178 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 17,600 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 16,687 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,043 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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P390 DPE is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P390 DPE, 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 P390 DPE registered?

P390 DPE is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 22 February 1997.

Is P390 DPE safe to buy?

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