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S663 AHC

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Cream Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,681 mi
Last recorded28,681 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS663 AHC
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2016 28,681 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

both tyres flat, must have air in tyres for MOT

Pass 29 Aug 2015 28,587 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 28,577 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour blue (1.1.2a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 28,220 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 28,220 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 May 2011 28,098 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 May 2011 28,092 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 27,219 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 27,213 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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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S663 AHC is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Cream with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 S663 AHC, 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 S663 AHC registered?

S663 AHC is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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