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B917 EGK

1985 Yamaha XS650

Silver Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,314 mi
Last recorded34,314 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB917 EGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 34,314 miles

Service front brake.

Pass 30 Aug 2019 34,123 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 33,641 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,608 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 300,008 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,835 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,256 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2014 22,256 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,922 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,875 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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B917 EGK is a 1985 Yamaha XS650 in Silver with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B917 EGK, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B917 EGK registered?

B917 EGK is a 1985 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B917 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B917 EGK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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