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R3 REN

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

9,495 mi
Last recorded9,495 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 REN
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 9,495 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 9,484 miles

Rear Tyre ageing on sidewall

Pass 24 May 2024 9,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 9,365 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 9,340 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 9,151 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 9,145 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 9,127 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 9,091 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 9,077 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,062 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 8,833 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2015 8,833 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,436 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 8,358 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 8,279 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,129 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 7,773 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,760 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 7,246 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 6,697 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 5,864 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 5,835 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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R3 REN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 R3 REN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R3 REN registered?

R3 REN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R3 REN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 REN shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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