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S65 RVU

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Gold Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,874 mi
Last recorded38,874 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS65 RVU
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 38,874 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 38,709 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 38,516 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 38,445 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 31,401 miles

Exhaust noisey

Fail 1 May 2018 31,401 miles

Exhaust noisey

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 23,884 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 16,129 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 8,622 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,524 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 6,143 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 5,693 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 4,113 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 3,998 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 3,865 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 3,794 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 3,765 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 3,684 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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S65 RVU is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Gold with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 S65 RVU, 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 S65 RVU registered?

S65 RVU is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S65 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S65 RVU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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