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HGC 599J

1971 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,265 mi
Last recorded34,265 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 599J
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 34,265 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 33,923 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,487 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

clucth cable stiff

Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

wireing needs tidy up /clucth needs attention

Pass 6 Jul 2006 32,929 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 32,929 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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HGC 599J is a 1971 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HGC 599J, 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 55 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGC 599J registered?

HGC 599J is a 1971 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is HGC 599J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 599J 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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