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P506 SMV

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,525 mi
Last recorded18,525 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP506 SMV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 18,525 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 18,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 18,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 18,525 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 18,525 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 18,525 miles

Brake back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 16,763 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,725 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 16,725 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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P506 SMV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P506 SMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P506 SMV registered?

P506 SMV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P506 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P506 SMV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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