MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,810 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Slight oil leak from neutral switch
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Battery voltage low
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Handle bars slightly out of alignment
Offside main foot rest bracket slightly bent
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Slight oil leak at engine
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R168 MRD is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 648cc 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 R168 MRD, 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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What year was R168 MRD registered?
R168 MRD is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 7 August 1997.
Is R168 MRD safe to buy?
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