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33,922 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
drive shafts welded
Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Offside Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS650?
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R199 YKN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha XVS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,314 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 XVS650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 619 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R199 YKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha XVS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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R199 YKN is a 1997 Yamaha XVS650, first registered on 23 September 1997.
Is R199 YKN safe to buy?
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