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WK53 EHX

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,173 mi
Last recorded18,173 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 EHX
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 18,173 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 17,606 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 17,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 16,332 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,345 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,172 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 11,191 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 11,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,848 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 10,176 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,166 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 5,342 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 5,342 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 3,858 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 2,628 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 2,628 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 1,323 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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WK53 EHX is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 WK53 EHX, 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 WK53 EHX registered?

WK53 EHX is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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