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SN02 TAE

2002 Yamaha XVS650

Beige Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,651 mi
Last recorded11,651 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XVS65012,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN02 TAE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 11,651 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 10,778 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 10,764 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 10,410 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 10,149 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 9,674 miles

Surface corrosion on OSF fork casing

Pass 17 Jun 2021 9,326 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 8,962 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 8,444 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 8,089 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 7,865 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,701 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 7,405 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 7,302 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 7,109 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 6,846 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,655 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,368 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 5,728 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 5,512 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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SN02 TAE is a 2002 Yamaha XVS650 in Beige with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 12,445 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 SN02 TAE, 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 24 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 SN02 TAE registered?

SN02 TAE is a 2002 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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