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Y434 HPL

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,952 mi
Last recorded12,952 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY434 HPL
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 12,952 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 12,509 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 12,509 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,024 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 11,432 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 10,758 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 10,472 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 10,472 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 10,455 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 10,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 8,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 6,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 6,172 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 6,151 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 6,050 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 6,042 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 6,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 4,342 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 4,342 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,516 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 3,275 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 2,445 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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Y434 HPL is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y434 HPL, 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 Y434 HPL registered?

Y434 HPL is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y434 HPL safe to buy?

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