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D238 UGO

1996 Yamaha XJ650

Grey Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,373 mi
Last recorded59,373 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ65033,599 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD238 UGO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 59,373 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 57,734 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 52,622 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 45,960 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 45,960 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 41,292 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 37,365 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 35,216 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 33,949 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 28,482 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 25,746 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Both near/side & off/side fork staunchions chrome pitted! (2.3.1)

Top yoke centre bolt slightly insecure!

Fail 10 Oct 2016 25,746 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Both near/side & off/side fork staunchions chrome pitted! (2.3.1)

Top yoke centre bolt slightly insecure!

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement securing bolt loose! (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 25,153 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 24,165 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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D238 UGO is a 1996 Yamaha XJ650 in Grey with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 33,599 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D238 UGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D238 UGO registered?

D238 UGO is a 1996 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is D238 UGO safe to buy?

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