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R646 CKG

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

38,732 mi
Last recorded38,732 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR646 CKG
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 38,732 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 35,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 35,096 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 0.48mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 32,138 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 32,050 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 28,341 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 28,329 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame and swing arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 27,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,980 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 27,409 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2015 26,313 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 25,367 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 23,835 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 23,835 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2012 21,593 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 19,899 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 18,367 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 16,943 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,374 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 14,630 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 14,630 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 13,734 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 12,416 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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R646 CKG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R646 CKG, 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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R646 CKG is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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