MOT Status
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28,786 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm and frame corroded but not excessive (6.1.1a)
exhaust loud but not excessive
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil fork seals un servicable (2.3.3)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm and frame corroded but not excessive (6.1.1a)
exhaust loud but not excessive
Inner Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
o/s front footrest has a slight fracture, but is not considered dangerous .
Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
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R564 SWA is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 R564 SWA, 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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R564 SWA is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R564 SWA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R564 SWA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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