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R208 TPO

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,959 mi
Last recorded39,959 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 TPO
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 39,959 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 37,726 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 36,317 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 33,799 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 33,640 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 33,434 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 33,434 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 33,154 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 25,796 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 17 May 2010 25,776 miles

front brake slightly binding

Pass 20 Aug 2007 25,216 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 24,448 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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R208 TPO is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R208 TPO, 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 R208 TPO registered?

R208 TPO is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R208 TPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 TPO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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