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R233 FCG

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,233 mi
Last recorded36,233 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 FCG
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 36,233 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 36,223 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 35,739 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 35,734 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,508 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 34,508 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing X 2 (3.2.A1e)

Fail 23 Feb 2015 34,500 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 34,500 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 34,120 miles

O/s side panel fixing missing.

o/s footpeg broken.

N/s pannier mount broken at back.

Pass 17 Apr 2009 31,349 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 31,349 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2008 30,002 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 28,591 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 26,302 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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R233 FCG is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 R233 FCG, 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 R233 FCG registered?

R233 FCG is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R233 FCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 FCG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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