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S457 KRV

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS457 KRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2021

Bike has been modified.

Pass 22 Jun 2020 3,985 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 6,501 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018
Pass 22 Jul 2017
Pass 16 Sep 2015 13,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 12,953 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 12,179 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2012 11,368 miles

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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S457 KRV is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S457 KRV, 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 S457 KRV registered?

S457 KRV is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S457 KRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S457 KRV shows 9 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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