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RNV 401V

1996 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,964 mi
Last recorded46,964 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XS65016,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNV 401V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 46,964 miles

advise play in rear swing arm bushes

Pass 8 Aug 2018 46,570 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,022 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 46,022 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 46,022 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 17,550 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

both front fork tubes slightly pitted

Pass 26 Apr 2012 17,513 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 17,513 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2010 17,226 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

fork tops are pitted.

Pass 28 Aug 2010 17,226 miles

Offside Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

fork tops are pitted.

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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RNV 401V is a 1996 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,616 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 XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RNV 401V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RNV 401V registered?

RNV 401V is a 1996 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is RNV 401V safe to buy?

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