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BPO 322W

1996 Yamaha XS650

Maroon Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,621 mi
Last recorded12,621 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XS65016,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPO 322W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 12,621 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 12,504 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 12,504 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear Wheel Spindle Nut (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 12,173 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,154 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 12,003 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 11,570 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 11,570 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 11,557 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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BPO 322W is a 1996 Yamaha XS650 in Maroon with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,616 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 BPO 322W, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BPO 322W registered?

BPO 322W is a 1996 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is BPO 322W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPO 322W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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