MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,598 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm front (4.1.3(ii))
Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W159 SPE is a 2000 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 W159 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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What year was W159 SPE registered?
W159 SPE is a 2000 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 19 May 2000.
Is W159 SPE safe to buy?
The MOT history for W159 SPE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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