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Y169 XFR

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,624 mi
Last recorded28,624 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY169 XFR
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 28,624 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 28,182 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2025 28,182 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 26,926 miles

Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2023 26,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 26,140 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 25,282 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 25,282 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2011 25,131 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 21,655 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 21,026 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,097 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 17,673 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 17,314 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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Y169 XFR is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y169 XFR, 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.

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What year was Y169 XFR registered?

Y169 XFR is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 15 March 2001.

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