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W197 ULR

2000 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,018 mi
Last recorded4,018 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS65013,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 ULR
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 4,018 miles

Central slight oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Aug 2024 3,987 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 3,865 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 3,498 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 34,934 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 34,934 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 3,426 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 3,419 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2010 3,419 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 3,316 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 3,316 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 3,303 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W197 ULR 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 83.3%.

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 W197 ULR, 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 W197 ULR registered?

W197 ULR is a 2000 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 8 May 2000.

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The MOT history for W197 ULR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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