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PGM 326R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,516 mi
Last recorded7,516 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGM 326R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 7,516 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 7,374 miles

Frame has been modified not standard

Front Reduced damping effect

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2020 7,374 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Frame has been modified not standard

Front Reduced damping effect

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 7,170 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2017 7,170 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2015 6,907 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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PGM 326R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PGM 326R, 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 PGM 326R registered?

PGM 326R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 5 April 1977.

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