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PDJ 711R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,442 mi
Last recorded29,442 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDJ 711R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 29,442 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,228 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 29,123 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Front brake lines corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 28,955 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,683 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

hand brake lever long

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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PDJ 711R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PDJ 711R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDJ 711R registered?

PDJ 711R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is PDJ 711R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDJ 711R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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