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SFL 461R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Blue Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,517 mi
Last recorded25,517 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFL 461R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,517 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 25,517 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,222 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 24,549 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 22,590 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 20,810 miles

Front brake binding very slightly

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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SFL 461R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Blue with a 654cc 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 SFL 461R, 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 SFL 461R registered?

SFL 461R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is SFL 461R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFL 461R 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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