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KTR 389Y

1982 Yamaha XVS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,493 mi
Last recorded26,493 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTR 389Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS650
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 26,493 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 26,364 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swing arm/ suspension bush,s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 23,870 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 22,568 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2020 22,546 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 21,861 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 21,681 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2016 21,586 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,062 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,623 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear lamp mounted on nearside

Fail 5 Jun 2014 19,617 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear lamp mounted on nearside

Pass 6 Jun 2013 18,142 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 14,789 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 14,789 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2009 14,785 miles

Front tyre showing signs of age - cracking to tread and sidewall

Pass 26 Apr 2008 13,702 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2008 13,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?

Based on 54,625 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 619
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 250
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 188
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 171
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 161
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KTR 389Y is a 1982 Yamaha XVS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 619 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KTR 389Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KTR 389Y registered?

KTR 389Y is a 1982 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 6 October 1982.

Is KTR 389Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTR 389Y shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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