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R308 XFL

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,070 mi
Last recorded26,070 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 XFL
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 26,070 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 25,985 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 24,912 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 24,697 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,479 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 23,965 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 23,965 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 May 2010 22,912 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 21,334 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2008 20,850 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,359 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 17,962 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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R308 XFL is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Silver 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 R308 XFL, 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 R308 XFL registered?

R308 XFL is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R308 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 XFL 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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