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PGN 974Y

1983 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,928 mi
Last recorded54,928 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XS65017,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGN 974Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 54,928 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 54,928 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 54,928 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 54,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 54,670 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 54,508 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 54,381 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 53,640 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 52,645 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 51,944 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 50,770 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 49,720 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 48,926 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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PGN 974Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PGN 974Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGN 974Y?

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What year was PGN 974Y registered?

PGN 974Y is a 1983 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is PGN 974Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGN 974Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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