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R79 NVO

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,061 mi
Last recorded26,061 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR79 NVO
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 26,061 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 24,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 23,121 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 22,567 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 22,405 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 21,814 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 21,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 20,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 20,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 18,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 18,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 14,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 14,932 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 14,335 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 13,453 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,908 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 12,086 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 11,481 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 10,941 miles

front and rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Apr 2008 10,322 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 9,878 miles

Front fender light wires disconnected-not properly secured/insulated.

Pass 12 Apr 2006 9,295 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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R79 NVO is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R79 NVO, 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 R79 NVO registered?

R79 NVO is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R79 NVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R79 NVO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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