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Y38 FHJ

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

20,653 mi
Last recorded20,653 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 FHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 20,653 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 20,653 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2017 20,558 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 20,558 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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))

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute front and rear (1.5.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 27,748 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 27,748 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,748 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 27,748 miles

Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2010 27,748 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

bolt missing from front right crash bar but secure

slightly loose conection at front brake switch

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,748 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 27,748 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 27,471 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 27,471 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 23,449 miles
Fail 29 May 2006 23,449 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front tyre slightly perished

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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Y38 FHJ is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 Y38 FHJ, 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 Y38 FHJ registered?

Y38 FHJ is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 11 April 2001.

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