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R508 NHG

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Grey Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,088 mi
Last recorded22,088 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 NHG
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 22,088 miles

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps flash not working (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Throttle grip showing signs of deterioration.

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 21,379 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 21,379 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 20,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 16,512 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 15,568 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 13,679 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 13,645 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2012 13,478 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 11,876 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 10,984 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 9,924 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,835 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 9,554 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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R508 NHG is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Grey with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,680 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 R508 NHG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R508 NHG registered?

R508 NHG is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R508 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 NHG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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