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YX03 BWN

2003 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,193 mi
Last recorded18,193 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XVS65011,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 BWN
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 18,193 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 18,190 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2021 18,089 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 5,089 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 5,052 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 5,018 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 4,947 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,817 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 4,638 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 4,638 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2011 4,497 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 4,355 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 4,129 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 3,938 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 3,599 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,796 miles

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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YX03 BWN is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YX03 BWN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX03 BWN registered?

YX03 BWN is a 2003 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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