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WA51 TWC

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,785 mi
Last recorded14,785 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 TWC
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 14,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 14,605 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy Loud exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 14,445 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 14,445 miles

Rear Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected spokes excessively loose (5.2.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 14,199 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 13,711 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 13,460 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 12,444 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 11,491 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 10,923 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 10,081 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 10,081 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2015 9,172 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 170/80-15 (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2014 8,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2013 7,362 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 7,362 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 5,977 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 5,792 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 5,434 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 5,044 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,085 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 2,880 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 2,675 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 2,617 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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WA51 TWC is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,452 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 WA51 TWC, 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 25 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 WA51 TWC registered?

WA51 TWC is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is WA51 TWC safe to buy?

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