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T51 BGX

1999 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,021 mi
Last recorded25,021 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XVS65015,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT51 BGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 25,021 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 24,044 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 24,044 miles

Stop lamp not working foot control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 23,498 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel corroded but not to excess front & rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded front & rear (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 23,193 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 22,465 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 21,808 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 20,036 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 18,881 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 17,782 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 16,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 16,278 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 14,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 12,531 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 12,172 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 11,927 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 11,927 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 11,917 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 11,569 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 4,991 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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T51 BGX is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T51 BGX, 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 T51 BGX registered?

T51 BGX is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is T51 BGX safe to buy?

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