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Y717 XFV

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Maroon Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

20,916 mi
Last recorded20,916 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY717 XFV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 20,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front brake pads very corroded (rusty)

Fail 10 Jul 2023 20,916 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads very corroded (rusty)

Pass 11 Jul 2022 19,294 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 17,702 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 17,702 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure sidestand (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 16,268 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 15,286 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 15,286 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected pivot needs lube (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 14,393 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2018 14,393 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,268 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,973 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,132 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 11,582 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 11,335 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,323 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 11,228 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 10,972 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 10,205 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,044 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 6,199 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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Y717 XFV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Maroon with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y717 XFV, 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 Y717 XFV registered?

Y717 XFV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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