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F163 WGL

1989 Yamaha XT350

White Petrol 346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,488 mi
Last recorded6,488 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT35023,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF163 WGL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT350
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine346cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2026 6,488 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect LED BULB FITTED (4.1.2 (c))

FRONT TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS

Pass 25 Apr 2025 6,365 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 5,072 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 5,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose when sat on (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 4,858 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2016 4,858 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain clip (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 4,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 4,237 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT350?

Based on 6,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 75
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 68
Horn not working 47
Direction indicators not working 42
Headlamp aim too high 42
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F163 WGL is a 1989 Yamaha XT350 in White with a 346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XT350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 23,330 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 XT350 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F163 WGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT350 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XT350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F163 WGL registered?

F163 WGL is a 1989 Yamaha XT350, first registered on 14 March 1989.

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