Yamaha XVS650

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 649 cc

T47 ABYMOT history

T47 ABY is a black petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 46,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2024
Mileage
46,778 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 ABY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XVS650
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
649 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T47 ABY was last recorded at 46,778 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,660 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,778 miles
  • 2023 – 46,660 miles
  • 2015 – 45,421 miles
  • 2014 – 44,904 miles
  • 2009 – 44,701 miles
  • 2007 – 40,563 miles
  • 2006 – 36,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail46,778 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Upper Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRiders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorFront Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Lower Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorRear Lower Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRoller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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, 2023

  • Front Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp light intensity reduced Headlight light intensity is reduced when light is put onto main beam .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlight high /low switch appears to be reversed.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail46,778 miles (+118)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,778 miles
    Test number
    771284661493
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRiders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Lower Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Lower Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRoller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass46,660 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    46,660 miles
    Test number
    252032519427
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced Headlight light intensity is reduced when light is put onto main beam . (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlight high /low switch appears to be reversed.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Fail46,660 miles (+1,239)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,660 miles
    Test number
    933769395697
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp light intensity reduced Headlight light intensity is reduced when light is put onto main beam . (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlight high /low switch appears to be reversed.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass45,421 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    504013741904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,904 miles (+203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,904 miles
    Test number
    316194314446
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  6. Pass44,701 miles (+4,138)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,701 miles
    Test number
    652827569259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,563 miles
    Test number
    634581057191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,563 miles (+3,741)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,563 miles
    Test number
    551145747197
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
  9. Pass36,822 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,822 miles
    Test number
    284493846172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,556 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,556 miles
    Test number
    653490236143
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Questions about T47 ABY

Does T47 ABY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T47 ABY expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T47 ABY?
The MOT on T47 ABY expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T47 ABY done?
T47 ABY was recorded at 46,778 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 513 miles a year.
Has T47 ABY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 ABY has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T47 ABY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T47 ABY find?
T47 ABY failed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 3 dangerous defects and 5 major defects: offside front upper fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected; riders seat insecure; stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls, and 5 more.

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