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BOT 288V

1998 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,278 mi
Last recorded16,278 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XS65019,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 288V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 16,278 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 16,197 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 16,197 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,974 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 15,897 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 15,425 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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BOT 288V is a 1998 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 19,312 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 288V, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BOT 288V registered?

BOT 288V is a 1998 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is BOT 288V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOT 288V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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