MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,726 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Both. (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.
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R164 YVR is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Cream with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 R164 YVR, 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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R164 YVR is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 28 November 1997.
Is R164 YVR safe to buy?
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