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R616 JGK

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,109 mi
Last recorded31,109 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR616 JGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 31,109 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 29,587 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

carb inlet rubbers split

front and rear tyres 2006 and 2008

Fail 20 Jun 2025 29,587 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high no more adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

carb inlet rubbers split

front and rear tyres 2006 and 2008

Pass 10 Jul 2024 29,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 29,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 29,143 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 29,143 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 28,007 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,682 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 24,494 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 24,480 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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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R616 JGK is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R616 JGK, 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 R616 JGK registered?

R616 JGK is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 8 August 1997.

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