Yamaha XVS650

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 649 cc

W685 FOWMOT history

W685 FOW is a black petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 1 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 25,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
25,754 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W685 FOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XVS650
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
649 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W685 FOW was last recorded at 25,754 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,721 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,754 miles
  • 2025 – 25,721 miles
  • 2023 – 25,720 miles
  • 2021 – 24,964 miles
  • 2019 – 24,708 miles
  • 2017 – 23,990 miles
  • 2014 – 21,096 miles
  • 2013 – 19,458 miles
  • 2012 – 14,528 miles
  • 2011 – 8,206 miles
  • 2009 – 7,896 miles
  • 2007 – 6,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass25,754 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear tyre has cut not deep enough to reach ply or cord

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.

  • Rear reflector missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit CRACKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass25,754 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    25,754 miles
    Test number
    594260432234
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre has cut not deep enough to reach ply or cord

  2. Pass25,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    25,721 miles
    Test number
    643286951224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail25,721 miles (+1)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,721 miles
    Test number
    238454483188
    • 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))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass25,720 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    25,720 miles
    Test number
    118970546685
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit CRACKING (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail25,712 miles (+748)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,712 miles
    Test number
    598795669619
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested BINDING TO EXCESS (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit CRACKING (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass24,964 miles (+256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,964 miles
    Test number
    538245339514
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass24,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,708 miles
    Test number
    601367220650
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Fail24,708 miles (+718)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,708 miles
    Test number
    438766489207
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Pass23,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    23,990 miles
    Test number
    313680707113
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  10. Fail23,978 miles (+2,882)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,978 miles
    Test number
    709373031447
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  11. Pass21,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,096 miles
    Test number
    349332044233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,096 miles (+1,638)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,096 miles
    Test number
    487181144279
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  13. Pass19,458 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    427590493124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,528 miles (+6,322)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,528 miles
    Test number
    258210182405
    • NoteFront Tyre Perished

  15. Pass8,206 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    8,206 miles
    Test number
    208813781176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,896 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    7,896 miles
    Test number
    151459749319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    6,939 miles
    Test number
    864612537213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W685 FOW

Does W685 FOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W685 FOW is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on W685 FOW?
The MOT on W685 FOW is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W685 FOW done?
W685 FOW was recorded at 25,754 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 994 miles a year.
Has W685 FOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W685 FOW has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on W685 FOW 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 W685 FOW find?
W685 FOW passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; rear tyre has cut not deep enough to reach ply or cord.

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