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SW52 OKJ

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Purple Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

21,882 mi
Last recorded21,882 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 OKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2014 21,882 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2014 21,882 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2012 21,542 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 21,480 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,245 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 19,544 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,544 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 17,153 miles

Engine control module insecure at front of engine.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 17,153 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Engine control module insecure at front of engine.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 15,028 miles

Ignition module bracket broken.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 7 Dec 2007 15,028 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Ignition module bracket broken.

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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SW52 OKJ is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Purple with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,285 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 SW52 OKJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW52 OKJ registered?

SW52 OKJ is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SW52 OKJ safe to buy?

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