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PRL 17M

1974 Yamaha XS650

Grey Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

999 mi
Last recorded999 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRL 17M
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2014 999 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 916 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 557 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 7 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 10,441 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight rubbing on side wall of rear tyre

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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PRL 17M is a 1974 Yamaha XS650 in Grey with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PRL 17M, 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 52 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PRL 17M registered?

PRL 17M is a 1974 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 13 February 1974.

Is PRL 17M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRL 17M shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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