2006 Yamaha XVS650 0.7L Petrol · DX56 HNA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 11 October 2025 at 20,679 miles. This recent result indicates a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a failure just one week prior on 4 October 2025 at 20,659 miles, which suggests a minor mechanical or administrative issue that was immediately rectified. The overall maintenance trend remains consistent across the last three testing cycles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,034 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between November 2022 and September 2024, during which the bike covered only 295 miles. The recent increase of 1,200 miles between 2024 and 2025 shows a more consistent usage pattern. Such low mileage suggests the vehicle likely spends long periods stationary, which often leads to age-related degradation of rubberized components rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on risks associated with low-mileage long-term storage. Examine the fuel lines for cracking, check the tyres for flat spots or dry rot, and inspect the brake fluid hoses for signs of degradation. Because the record shows no recurring structural advisories, the frame should be sound, but the suspension and swingarm must be checked for corrosion given the atmospheric age. Ensure the fork seals are not leaking, as perished seals often occur when a bike is not used regularly.