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T296 FAP

1999 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,742 mi
Last recorded41,742 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XVS65015,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT296 FAP
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 41,742 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 41,686 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 41,620 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 41,081 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 41,009 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 40,848 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 40,838 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 40,753 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 40,008 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 39,219 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 38,307 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2012 38,307 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 37,976 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 37,442 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 37,393 miles

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

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

nearside handgrip partially insecure

Pass 4 Mar 2008 37,375 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 37,309 miles

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

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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T296 FAP is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 T296 FAP, 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 27 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 T296 FAP registered?

T296 FAP is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 7 May 1999.

Is T296 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T296 FAP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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