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PN05 VOT

2005 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,301 mi
Last recorded24,301 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS65010,625 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VOT
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 24,301 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 24,300 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Remaining open when released. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 20,373 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 20,373 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 16,178 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 11,914 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 9,496 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 9,496 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 9,490 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 9,430 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 9,311 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 9,107 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 8,997 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 8,618 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 7,417 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 5,987 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 3,159 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 2,748 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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PN05 VOT is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 10,625 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 PN05 VOT, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN05 VOT registered?

PN05 VOT is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is PN05 VOT safe to buy?

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