Yamaha XVS650

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 649 cc

T738 SEVMOT history

T738 SEV is a black petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 33,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2025
Mileage
33,379 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T738 SEV
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
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T738 SEV was last recorded at 33,379 miles on 12 Jul 2024, 1,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,182 miles · 5 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,197 miles
Average per year
996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 33,379 miles
  • 2022 – 32,182 miles
  • 2021 – 32,056 miles
  • 2019 – 31,571 miles
  • 2018 – 30,603 miles
  • 2017 – 30,509 miles
  • 2016 – 30,493 miles
  • 2015 – 28,290 miles
  • 2014 – 21,220 miles
  • 2012 – 21,136 miles
  • 2011 – 20,776 miles
  • 2010 – 20,758 miles
  • 2009 – 20,333 miles
  • 2008 – 18,439 miles
  • 2007 – 17,709 miles
  • 2006 – 15,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,379 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront tyre cracking between tread

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,379 miles (+1,197)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    33,379 miles
    Test number
    772536718789
    • MinorRear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre cracking between tread
  2. Pass32,182 miles (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    32,182 miles
    Test number
    555109640300
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass32,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    32,056 miles
    Test number
    629402022847
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Fail32,056 miles (+485)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,056 miles
    Test number
    138808389213
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Pass31,571 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    31,571 miles
    Test number
    298785883376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail31,569 miles (+966)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,569 miles
    Test number
    472662498864
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Pass30,603 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,603 miles
    Test number
    258559914657
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass30,509 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,509 miles
    Test number
    799299115790
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
  9. Fail30,493 miles (+2,203)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,493 miles
    Test number
    535112665424
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
  10. Pass28,290 miles (+7,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    28,290 miles
    Test number
    627644395019
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
  11. Pass21,220 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,220 miles
    Test number
    317170974036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,136 miles
    Test number
    765787842170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,136 miles (+360)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,136 miles
    Test number
    899687742163
    • Repaired at testFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
  14. Pass20,776 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,776 miles
    Test number
    776280321170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,758 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,758 miles
    Test number
    771572470192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,333 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,333 miles
    Test number
    844996409267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,439 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,439 miles
    Test number
    382127408249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,709 miles (+2,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,709 miles
    Test number
    910678607213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  19. Pass15,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,398 miles
    Test number
    890064176180
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about T738 SEV

Does T738 SEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T738 SEV expired on 11 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T738 SEV?
The MOT on T738 SEV expired on 11 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T738 SEV done?
T738 SEV was recorded at 33,379 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2024, an average of 996 miles a year.
Has T738 SEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T738 SEV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T738 SEV 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 T738 SEV find?
T738 SEV passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: rear position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned; stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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