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LFL 388L

1973 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,515 mi
Last recorded17,515 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2009
Typical for 1973 Yamaha XS65012,298 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFL 388L
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2009 17,515 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 13,840 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,298 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 12,298 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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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LFL 388L 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 LFL 388L, 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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What year was LFL 388L registered?

LFL 388L is a 1973 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is LFL 388L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFL 388L 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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