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L636 RKU

1973 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,301 mi
Last recorded6,301 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1973 Yamaha XS65012,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL636 RKU
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 6,301 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 6,000 miles

Swingarm bush has slight free play

Pass 24 May 2014 5,495 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 May 2014 5,495 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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L636 RKU is a 1973 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 12,298 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 L636 RKU, 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 53 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L636 RKU?

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What year was L636 RKU registered?

L636 RKU is a 1973 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 20 September 1973.

Is L636 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L636 RKU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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