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R631 ALA

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,654 mi
Last recorded31,654 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2010
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR631 ALA
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2010 31,654 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,592 miles

Rear mudgard loose

Pass 24 Jun 2008 27,616 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 24,950 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 22,318 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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R631 ALA is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R631 ALA, 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 R631 ALA registered?

R631 ALA is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R631 ALA safe to buy?

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