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R265 MGT

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,045 mi
Last recorded29,045 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 MGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 29,045 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 28,761 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 28,462 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 28,087 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 27,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 25,931 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 25,422 miles

Throttle action slightly stiff.

Pass 8 Jan 2019 24,767 miles

Throttle action slightly stiff.

Pass 8 Jan 2018 23,977 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 22,896 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 21,356 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 19,815 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 19,758 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 19,551 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 18,965 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 18,965 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 18,254 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 17,515 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 16,868 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 16,868 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2008 16,115 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 15,386 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 14,562 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 13,730 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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R265 MGT is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R265 MGT, 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 R265 MGT registered?

R265 MGT is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 18 November 1997.

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