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GY55 UPN

2005 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,597 mi
Last recorded13,597 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS65010,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 UPN
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 13,597 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2026 13,597 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 13,411 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 13,260 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 12,912 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 12,304 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 9,482 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

offside rear pannier bracket damaged

Pass 19 Feb 2011 8,332 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 6,763 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 4,808 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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GY55 UPN is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GY55 UPN, 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.

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What year was GY55 UPN registered?

GY55 UPN is a 2005 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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