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R209 FGP

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,196 mi
Last recorded34,196 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR209 FGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 34,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Mudguard missing

Front Steering stops modified.

Front Suspension modified but not seriously weakened Springer/Girder forks fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Suspension stiff

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2019

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudgaurd missing

Front Suspension modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,794 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 28,267 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 27,382 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 26,932 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,494 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,667 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 24,714 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,757 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 23,757 miles

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 14,346 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 14,024 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 13,814 miles

Centre Rear 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.

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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R209 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,680 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 R209 FGP, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R209 FGP registered?

R209 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R209 FGP safe to buy?

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