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R609 XPV

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,891 mi
Last recorded20,891 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 XPV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 20,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread corner damaged (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 20,496 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 19,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 19,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 19,148 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles installed (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 17,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 31 Jul 2015 17,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake switch broken

Fail 15 Jul 2014 17,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

front brake switch broken

Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake switch broken

Pass 12 Jul 2013 16,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 15,990 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,622 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 15,396 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 15,081 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 14,839 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 14,498 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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R609 XPV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R609 XPV, 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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What year was R609 XPV registered?

R609 XPV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R609 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 XPV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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