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R574 LRY

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,681 mi
Last recorded36,681 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR574 LRY
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 36,681 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 36,663 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 36,508 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 36,508 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 33,381 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 33,015 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 33,015 miles

Direction indicator missing no indicators fitted (1.5.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 32,251 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 32,251 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 28,449 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 23,708 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 May 2012 20,223 miles

Rear mudguard showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Sep 2011 20,157 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 19,911 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 18,585 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,246 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 17,243 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,725 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 12,829 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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R574 LRY is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R574 LRY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R574 LRY registered?

R574 LRY is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R574 LRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R574 LRY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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