Yamaha XVS650

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 649 cc

Y257 VMWMOT history

Y257 VMW is a black petrol Yamaha XVS650 first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 33,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2026
Mileage
33,973 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 VMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XVS650
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
649 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 VMW was last recorded at 33,973 miles on 11 Mar 2025, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Dec 2012: 32,121 miles, lower than 32,122 miles on 2 Sept 2011.

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
33,592 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
1,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 33,973 miles
  • 2023 – 33,592 miles
  • 2022 – 33,309 miles
  • 2020 – 32,809 miles
  • 2017 – 32,740 miles
  • 2016 – 32,658 miles
  • 2015 – 32,531 miles
  • 2014 – 32,415 miles
  • 2012 – 32,121 miles
  • 2011 – 32,122 miles
  • 2010 – 32,039 miles
  • 2009 – 27,577 miles
  • 2008 – 17,292 miles
  • 2007 – 12,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,973 miles
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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.

  • Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,973 miles (+381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    33,973 miles
    Test number
    679361229364
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  2. Pass33,592 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    33,592 miles
    Test number
    346842668849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail33,563 miles (+254)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,563 miles
    Test number
    119577475039
    • DangerousRear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass33,309 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    33,309 miles
    Test number
    956727013310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass32,809 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    32,809 miles
    Test number
    136840380009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,740 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,740 miles
    Test number
    403253461143
    • AdvisoryFront suspension assembly slightly corroded. dust seals (both) (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork stanchions pitted (2.3.1)
  7. Pass32,658 miles (+127)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,658 miles
    Test number
    650946013189
    • AdvisoryBrake lining(s) close to minimum limit no more adjustment (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded rear swing arm/back of frame (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight cracking/deteriating on wall of tyre
  8. Pass32,531 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,531 miles
    Test number
    873655700131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,415 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    32,415 miles
    Test number
    939223234302
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  10. Fail32,390 miles (+269)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,390 miles
    Test number
    247006224317
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  11. Pass32,121 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    32,121 miles
    Test number
    646856942347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,122 miles
    Test number
    525125641261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,112 miles (+73)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,112 miles
    Test number
    798875441298
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
  14. Pass32,039 miles (+4,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,039 miles
    Test number
    170987270117
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  15. Pass27,577 miles (+10,285)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,577 miles
    Test number
    423331849160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,292 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,292 miles
    Test number
    413003738100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,311 miles
    Test number
    710544747166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 VMW

Does Y257 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 VMW expired on 10 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 VMW?
The MOT on Y257 VMW expired on 10 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 VMW done?
Y257 VMW was recorded at 33,973 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2025, an average of 1,217 miles a year.
Has Y257 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 VMW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y257 VMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y257 VMW find?
Y257 VMW passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: passenger seat(s) missing at time of test.

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