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RX51 XVS

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,951 mi
Last recorded14,951 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 XVS
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 14,951 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 14,719 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

speedo cable insecure

Pass 9 Mar 2021 14,270 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 14,247 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 9,593 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 9,387 miles

Front tyre worn

Pass 10 Jul 2017 8,267 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 7,494 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 10 Jul 2015 6,906 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 6,394 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 6,184 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 22 May 2010 5,756 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 5,302 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 3 May 2008 4,876 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 4,602 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 4,183 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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RX51 XVS is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,452 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 RX51 XVS, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX51 XVS registered?

RX51 XVS is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 XVS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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