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NMW 546R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Green Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMW 546R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019
Pass 20 Mar 2017

no indicators only used in daylight hours

Fail 16 Mar 2017

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

no indicators only used in daylight hours

Pass 6 Aug 2015
Fail 3 Aug 2015

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)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2014

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2014

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 486 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011
Pass 20 Jul 2010 7 miles

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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NMW 546R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Green with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 23,488 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 NMW 546R, 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 49 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NMW 546R registered?

NMW 546R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 24 January 1977.

Is NMW 546R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMW 546R shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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