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S862 TJA

1998 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,963 mi
Last recorded49,963 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XVS65016,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS862 TJA
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 49,963 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 44,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 43,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 43,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 40,489 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 40,488 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected when bars are turned to the right throttle sticks (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 39,641 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 38,375 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 38,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 38,178 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2016 38,073 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 37,599 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 37,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 36,842 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

no front mudguard fitted at time of test

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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S862 TJA is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S862 TJA, 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 S862 TJA registered?

S862 TJA is a 1998 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S862 TJA safe to buy?

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