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Y595 VST

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,514 mi
Last recorded50,514 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY595 VST
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 50,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front upper and lower frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded all front wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded most rear wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

engine showing signs of oil leakage

Fail 4 Oct 2023 50,514 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front upper and lower frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded all front wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded most rear wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

engine showing signs of oil leakage

Pass 25 Aug 2022 50,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded most front spokes (5.2.2 (d))

exhaust pipes corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2021 49,140 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe on front cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front A/ frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes on front wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 49,140 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe on front cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front A/ frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes on front wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 May 2020 47,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded front wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2019 47,735 miles

Wheel spoke excessively loose all rear wheel spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel spoke missing rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded front wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

exhaust pipes slightly corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2018 46,927 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 46,927 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2011 46,406 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 44,074 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 42,666 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 40,562 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 37,764 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 33,517 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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Y595 VST is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y595 VST, 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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Y595 VST is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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