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W147 SPE

2000 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,121 mi
Last recorded65,121 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS65013,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW147 SPE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 65,121 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 65,096 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 64,920 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 64,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 34,636 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 34,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2012 34,508 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

righthand indicators intermittent,

Pass 23 Jun 2011 30,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 28,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2010 28,565 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 26,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2009 26,150 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 25,874 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

exhaust is loud front tyre underinflated

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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W147 SPE is a 2000 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,917 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 W147 SPE, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W147 SPE is a 2000 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 19 May 2000.

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