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R952 JBJ

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,003 mi
Last recorded21,003 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 JBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 21,003 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 May 2025 20,903 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 20,162 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 19,135 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 18,781 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 16,619 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 14,807 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 14,488 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 13,399 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 12,698 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 11,813 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 11,540 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 11,540 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 10,557 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 7,743 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 7,506 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 6,940 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 6,431 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 5,989 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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R952 JBJ is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R952 JBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R952 JBJ registered?

R952 JBJ is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R952 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 JBJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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