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S802 TVM

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,549 mi
Last recorded12,549 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS802 TVM
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 12,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 12,397 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 12,276 miles

slight cracking of tyre wall front

Pass 5 May 2022 12,186 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 12,085 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 11,925 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 11,794 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 11,691 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 11,570 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 11,403 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 11,233 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 11,158 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 10,685 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,353 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 9,706 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,305 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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S802 TVM is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 S802 TVM, 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 S802 TVM registered?

S802 TVM is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S802 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S802 TVM shows 16 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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