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BU05 KOJ

2005 Yamaha XVS650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,396 mi
Last recorded15,396 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS65010,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 KOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 15,396 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 15,122 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 14,864 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 13,922 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 13,287 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 13,021 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 12,854 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 12,340 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 11,264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 11,068 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 10,766 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,087 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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BU05 KOJ is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 10,625 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 BU05 KOJ, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 KOJ registered?

BU05 KOJ is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is BU05 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 KOJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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