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Y868 LJM

2001 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,680 mi
Last recorded18,680 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS65013,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY868 LJM
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 18,680 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 18,584 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 18,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 18,453 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 17,757 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 17,745 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 17,729 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 16,835 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 16,744 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 16,537 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 16,024 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 14,881 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 14,026 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 13,269 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 12,238 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 10,956 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 10,466 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 9,829 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 9,061 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 8,120 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 6,198 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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Y868 LJM is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,452 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 Y868 LJM, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y868 LJM registered?

Y868 LJM is a 2001 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 15 May 2001.

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