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SF56 GKX

2006 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,457 mi
Last recorded27,457 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XVS65011,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF56 GKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 27,457 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 21,200 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 21,200 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 17,517 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 14,158 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,081 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 7,746 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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SF56 GKX is a 2006 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 11,140 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 SF56 GKX, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF56 GKX registered?

SF56 GKX is a 2006 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is SF56 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF56 GKX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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