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P640 NVW

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,972 mi
Last recorded3,972 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP640 NVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 3,972 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 3,972 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 15,503 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 15,490 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 15,363 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 14,925 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 14,433 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 14,079 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 13,795 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,416 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 12,817 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,291 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 9,291 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 4,044 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 3,779 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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P640 NVW is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P640 NVW, 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 P640 NVW registered?

P640 NVW is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P640 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P640 NVW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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