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ETA 769T

1997 Yamaha XS650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,491 mi
Last recorded33,491 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XS65017,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETA 769T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2012 33,491 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 33,491 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2011 32,341 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 32,341 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 30,531 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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ETA 769T is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ETA 769T, 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 ETA 769T registered?

ETA 769T is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is ETA 769T safe to buy?

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