MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,587 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle stiff (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Fuel cap seal perished
Slight oil leak
Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
HANDLEBAR CABLES LOOSE.
NUMBER PLATE LAMP NOT WORKING.
Front Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?
Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BOT 250V is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 17,903 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 BOT 250V, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was BOT 250V registered?
BOT 250V is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 7 March 1997.
Is BOT 250V safe to buy?
The MOT history for BOT 250V shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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