Yamaha XVS650

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 649 cc

P98 FRCMOT history

P98 FRC is a blue petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 1 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 29,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2024
Mileage
29,760 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P98 FRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XVS650
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
649 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

P98 FRC was last recorded at 29,760 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2013: 19,341 miles, lower than 21,075 miles on 28 May 2012.
  • 22 May 2015: 22,804 miles, lower than 23,409 miles on 23 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
28,447 miles · 28 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,313 miles
Average per year
888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,760 miles
  • 2023 – 28,447 miles
  • 2022 – 27,176 miles
  • 2021 – 26,434 miles
  • 2019 – 25,640 miles
  • 2017 – 24,307 miles
  • 2016 – 22,820 miles
  • 2015 – 22,804 miles
  • 2014 – 23,409 miles
  • 2013 – 19,341 miles
  • 2012 – 21,075 miles
  • 2010 – 20,206 miles
  • 2008 – 19,341 miles
  • 2007 – 14,643 miles
  • 2006 – 11,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail29,760 miles
  • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorRear Brake performance unable to be tested brake binding badly (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail29,760 miles (+1,313)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,760 miles
    Test number
    811355054295
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake performance unable to be tested brake binding badly (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass28,447 miles (+1,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    28,447 miles
    Test number
    505969749567
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Front tyre showing signs of perishing on side wall

  3. Pass27,176 miles (+742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    27,176 miles
    Test number
    459171523669
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass26,434 miles (+794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    26,434 miles
    Test number
    714515500752
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor running, advise attention.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Starting to perish, advise renewal. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass25,640 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,640 miles
    Test number
    121992037666
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Fail25,638 miles (+1,331)1 major2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,638 miles
    Test number
    198926293209
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  7. Pass24,307 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    24,307 miles
    Test number
    808146593477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass22,820 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    22,820 miles
    Test number
    642206999630
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front (3.3.A1d)

  9. Pass22,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,804 miles
    Test number
    917792745146
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Fail22,804 miles (-605)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,804 miles
    Test number
    529002545169
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureFront position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  11. Pass23,409 miles (+4,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,409 miles
    Test number
    777003644150
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Pass19,341 miles (-1,734)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    19,341 miles
    Test number
    215509903138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,075 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,075 miles
    Test number
    146939842129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,206 miles (+865)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,206 miles
    Test number
    933076730246
    • NoteBraided brake hose fitted to front unable to fully check

  15. Pass19,341 miles (+4,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,341 miles
    Test number
    744515138141
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

  16. Pass14,643 miles (+2,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,643 miles
    Test number
    222285287026
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  17. Pass11,887 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,887 miles
    Test number
    890780196093
    • NoteNumber plate letters incorrect colour
    • NoteThrottle cable hitting fuel filler cap on full right lock

Questions about P98 FRC

Does P98 FRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P98 FRC expired on 27 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P98 FRC?
The MOT on P98 FRC expired on 27 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P98 FRC done?
P98 FRC was recorded at 29,760 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 888 miles a year.
Has P98 FRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P98 FRC has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P98 FRC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P98 FRC find?
P98 FRC failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 dangerous defects and 3 major defects: front tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; rear tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm; rear brake performance unable to be tested brake binding badly, and 2 more.

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