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LFR 446W

1997 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,198 mi
Last recorded25,198 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ65034,043 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 446W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 25,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2011 24,865 miles

front and rear tyres showing age related cracking to sidewalls

Pass 27 May 2010 21,181 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 19,350 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 15 May 2009 19,350 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 18,995 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 18,995 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 10 May 2007 18,819 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 18,796 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,964 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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LFR 446W is a 1997 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 34,043 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 XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFR 446W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LFR 446W is a 1997 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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