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S796 LJB

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,304 mi
Last recorded15,304 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS796 LJB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 15,304 miles

Rear Tyre age cracking

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,756 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 23,342 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 23,342 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working front brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,904 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 19,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 19,159 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 18,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,146 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 18,146 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 17,548 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 16,775 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 16,775 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 15,103 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 11,451 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 1,131 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 1,131 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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S796 LJB is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S796 LJB, 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 S796 LJB registered?

S796 LJB is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S796 LJB safe to buy?

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