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PLU 559L

1973 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

543 mi
Last recorded543 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Yamaha XS65012,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLU 559L
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 543 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 5 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 50,078 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 48,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 47,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2007 47,098 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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PLU 559L is a 1973 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 12,298 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 PLU 559L, 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 53 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 PLU 559L registered?

PLU 559L is a 1973 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 26 July 1973.

Is PLU 559L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLU 559L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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