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R854 HGJ

1997 Yamaha XVS650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,612 mi
Last recorded12,612 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS65016,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR854 HGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 12,612 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 8,928 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2024 7,415 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 6,214 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 5,857 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 5,755 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 5,654 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,447 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 5,141 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 4,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,375 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 3,350 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 3,240 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 3,201 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 3,173 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 3,145 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,052 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 2,917 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 2,773 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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R854 HGJ is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R854 HGJ, 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 R854 HGJ registered?

R854 HGJ is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is R854 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R854 HGJ shows 19 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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