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RPA 755R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,991 mi
Last recorded14,991 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPA 755R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 14,991 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 14,599 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,978 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 12,822 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 12,099 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 12,099 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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RPA 755R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RPA 755R, 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 RPA 755R registered?

RPA 755R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 9 March 1977.

Is RPA 755R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPA 755R 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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