Yamaha XVS650

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 649 cc

T542 MHNMOT history

T542 MHN is a black petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 5 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 35,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
35,108 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 MHN
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
5 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 MHN was last recorded at 35,108 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,884 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
224 miles
Average per year
1,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,108 miles
  • 2025 – 34,884 miles
  • 2024 – 34,322 miles
  • 2023 – 33,069 miles
  • 2022 – 32,382 miles
  • 2020 – 31,128 miles
  • 2019 – 28,114 miles
  • 2018 – 27,224 miles
  • 2017 – 27,132 miles
  • 2016 – 26,901 miles
  • 2015 – 26,869 miles
  • 2014 – 26,373 miles
  • 2013 – 25,527 miles
  • 2012 – 24,397 miles
  • 2011 – 23,219 miles
  • 2010 – 20,709 miles
  • 2009 – 18,110 miles
  • 2008 – 16,352 miles
  • 2007 – 14,484 miles
  • 2006 – 14,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,108 miles
  • AdvisoryRear frame has heavy surface rust
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak form engine

What MOT advisories 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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,108 miles (+224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    35,108 miles
    Test number
    583553034989
    • AdvisoryRear frame has heavy surface rust
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak form engine

  2. Pass34,884 miles (+562)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    34,884 miles
    Test number
    302489373579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass34,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    225039663518
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail34,321 miles (+1,252)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,321 miles
    Test number
    568805063421
    • MajorCentral Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass33,069 miles (+687)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    33,069 miles
    Test number
    424606999656
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre has various cuts on tyre wall
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass32,382 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,382 miles
    Test number
    871665306130
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre has various cracks on sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail32,381 miles (+1,253)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,381 miles
    Test number
    429190560389
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre has various cracks on sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass31,128 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    31,128 miles
    Test number
    647053675111
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass28,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,114 miles
    Test number
    468437524340
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail28,113 miles (+889)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,113 miles
    Test number
    485721162981
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass27,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    27,224 miles
    Test number
    234436247191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail27,224 miles (+92)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,224 miles
    Test number
    732967359476
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass27,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    27,132 miles
    Test number
    593927148824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,132 miles (+231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,132 miles
    Test number
    818102477624
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

  15. Pass26,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,901 miles
    Test number
    695574920528
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust baffles fitted (7.1.2)

  16. Fail26,901 miles (+32)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,901 miles
    Test number
    867371091925
    • Repaired at testExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust baffles fitted (7.1.2)

  17. Pass26,869 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,869 miles
    Test number
    236507505454
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust baffles fitted

  18. Fail26,866 miles (+493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,866 miles
    Test number
    188467105101
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

  19. Fail26,373 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,373 miles
    Test number
    117785604137
    • Repaired at testFront Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  20. Pass26,373 miles (+846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,373 miles
    Test number
    507965604101
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  21. Pass25,527 miles (+1,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    865543293016
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  22. Pass24,397 miles (+1,178)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,397 miles
    Test number
    939482572029
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
    • NoteAdvise fuel cap rubber slight perishing
    • NoteAdvise travel on footbrake
    • NoteAdvise underside swinging arm showing signs of corrosion

  23. Pass23,219 miles (+2,510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,219 miles
    Test number
    796285571031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  24. Pass20,709 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,709 miles
    Test number
    921165170037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  25. Pass18,110 miles (+1,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,110 miles
    Test number
    612869269098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  26. Pass16,352 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,352 miles
    Test number
    301000278018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,484 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,484 miles
    Test number
    301016577059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    14,257 miles
    Test number
    674317006017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T542 MHN

Does T542 MHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T542 MHN is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T542 MHN?
The MOT on T542 MHN is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T542 MHN done?
T542 MHN was recorded at 35,108 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,007 miles a year.
Has T542 MHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 MHN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T542 MHN 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 T542 MHN find?
T542 MHN passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: rear frame has heavy surface rust; slight oil leak form engine.

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