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R302 EMV

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,727 mi
Last recorded24,727 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR302 EMV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 24,727 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 24,334 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 24,303 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 22,199 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles fitted (8.1.1 (a))

side mount number plate fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2020 21,832 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 18,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 13,659 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,411 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,235 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 13,187 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 13,036 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 12,638 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 12,453 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 12,451 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,867 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,078 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 9,972 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 6,854 miles

Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 8,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2005 7,097 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 7,097 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 7,097 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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R302 EMV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R302 EMV, 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 R302 EMV registered?

R302 EMV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R302 EMV safe to buy?

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