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SY03 DYW

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,891 mi
Last recorded15,891 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 DYW
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 15,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 15,278 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 14,204 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 12,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2022 12,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released foot pedal (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 12,815 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 12,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no front or rear fenders fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Feb 2018 12,351 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 12,311 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 12,060 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 11,830 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,599 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 11,327 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 10,873 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 10,285 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 9,864 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 8,962 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 7,947 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 6,540 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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SY03 DYW is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 SY03 DYW, 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 SY03 DYW registered?

SY03 DYW is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 4 August 2003.

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