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Y268 XBV

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,732 mi
Last recorded7,732 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 XBV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 7,732 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear tyre perished

Pass 16 Aug 2014 7,277 miles

tyres perished

Pass 27 Jul 2013 5,790 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2013 5,790 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 3,503 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 May 2012 3,456 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2011 3,257 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2009 3,212 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 23 May 2008 3,143 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2007 2,927 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 2,894 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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Y268 XBV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y268 XBV, 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 Y268 XBV registered?

Y268 XBV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y268 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y268 XBV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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