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LGT 237Y

1983 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

774 mi
Last recorded774 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS65017,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGT 237Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 774 miles

chain guard missing

Fail 20 May 2022 773 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak seals (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied clevis pin missing (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

chain guard missing

throttle cable insecure

side stand loose

wires insecure

Fail 20 Apr 2015 769 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 768 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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LGT 237Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 17,774 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 LGT 237Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LGT 237Y registered?

LGT 237Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 20 January 1983.

Is LGT 237Y safe to buy?

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