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A197 WGN

1992 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,593 mi
Last recorded28,593 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XS65018,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA197 WGN
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2010 28,593 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 27,837 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 26,719 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2007 26,716 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,581 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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A197 WGN is a 1992 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 18,518 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A197 WGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 34 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A197 WGN registered?

A197 WGN is a 1992 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 9 July 1992.

Is A197 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A197 WGN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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