MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,801 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
gear selector worn
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
gear selector worn
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear reg plate slightly deteriated
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
rear reg plate slightly deteriated
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
front tyre flat
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
An item not tested (Manual)
An item not tested (Manual)
An item not tested (Manual)
An item not tested (Manual)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R491 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 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 R491 ESG, 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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R491 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 4 August 1997.
Is R491 ESG safe to buy?
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