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S95 RPV

1998 Yamaha Xvs 650 A

Gold Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

7,506 mi
Last recorded7,506 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xvs 650 A17,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS95 RPV
MakeYamaha
ModelXvs 650 A
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 7,506 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 7,167 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake @lever (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 7,167 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake @lever (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 6,913 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 6,470 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 6,006 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 5,282 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 5,265 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 5,252 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 5,179 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 4,880 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 4,868 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 4,828 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 4,816 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 4,784 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 4,747 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 4,632 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 4,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 4,067 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xvs 650 A?

Based on 1,450 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
529
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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S95 RPV is a 1998 Yamaha Xvs 650 A in Gold with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xvs 650 A models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 17,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xvs 650 A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S95 RPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xvs 650 A typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xvs 650 A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S95 RPV registered?

S95 RPV is a 1998 Yamaha Xvs 650 A, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S95 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S95 RPV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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