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V686 DJB

1999 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,561 mi
Last recorded21,561 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XVS65015,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV686 DJB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 21,561 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 16,414 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 16,414 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 15,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 15,296 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 12,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2012 12,651 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 9,773 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 9,773 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,572 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,570 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 9,549 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

number plate loose but not insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2007 9,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 8,904 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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V686 DJB is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V686 DJB, 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.

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What year was V686 DJB registered?

V686 DJB is a 1999 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 2 September 1999.

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