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R513 KWT

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,848 mi
Last recorded28,848 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 KWT
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 28,848 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 28,826 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,772 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,666 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 28,637 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 28,635 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 28,629 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 28,579 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 28,487 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 28,402 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 28,186 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 27,193 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 25,964 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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R513 KWT is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R513 KWT, 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 R513 KWT registered?

R513 KWT is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R513 KWT safe to buy?

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