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SP03 LJC

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,867 mi
Last recorded27,867 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 LJC
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 27,867 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 27,134 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 27,134 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 27,127 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Upper Footrest insecure both rear pillion pegs insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Central Rear Inner surface corrosion

Nearside Front Lower gear selector control arm loose

Pass 17 Sep 2024 26,039 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 24,405 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 22,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 22,438 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 22,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 21,708 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 20,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

clutch cable frayed

Pass 24 Oct 2012 20,260 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 19,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

HEADLAMP LOOKS YELLOWISH

Pass 24 Sep 2010 18,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,482 miles

front brake feels slightly sticky when rotating

Pass 13 Aug 2008 15,970 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,785 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2007 14,785 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2006 12,549 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 12,107 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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SP03 LJC is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,285 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 SP03 LJC, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP03 LJC registered?

SP03 LJC is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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