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R151 NSP

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,372 mi
Last recorded11,372 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 NSP
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 11,372 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 11,372 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement lever tight /not returning (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front wheel bearing not checked/brake siezed

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm slightly corroded on underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 11,343 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2015 11,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 May 2014 11,228 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2012 11,141 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 10,855 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 10,854 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,742 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,677 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 10,439 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 10,437 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 1 May 2007 9,997 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,361 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 9,361 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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R151 NSP is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R151 NSP, 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 R151 NSP registered?

R151 NSP is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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