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S514 RLB

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,631 mi
Last recorded28,631 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS514 RLB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 28,631 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 28,515 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 28,409 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 28,202 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 28,202 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 28,090 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 27,827 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 27,815 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 27,730 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 27,727 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,671 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 27,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,477 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 27,292 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 26,453 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 25,955 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Apr 2007 25,954 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Tyre pressures very low

Pass 20 Apr 2006 24,393 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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S514 RLB 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 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S514 RLB, 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.

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What year was S514 RLB registered?

S514 RLB is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S514 RLB safe to buy?

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