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R654 VNN

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,444 mi
Last recorded11,444 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR654 VNN
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 May 2021 11,444 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 11,380 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 11,259 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 11,117 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 10,971 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 10,947 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 10,924 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 10,864 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 10,796 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 10,594 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 10,121 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 9,793 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 9,485 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 8,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,928 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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R654 VNN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R654 VNN, 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 R654 VNN registered?

R654 VNN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R654 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R654 VNN shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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