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SGK 254V

1995 Yamaha XS650

Yellow Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,634 mi
Last recorded1,634 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XS65019,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 254V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 1,634 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 20 Jun 2018 1,633 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 1,633 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced led light not working by more than 50% and flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 1,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 4 Jul 2017 1,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 767 miles

Front mudguard not fitted

Rear rear outer light lense missing but function not impaired

Pass 29 Mar 2014 583 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 524 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 447 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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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SGK 254V is a 1995 Yamaha XS650 in Yellow with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 19,266 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 SGK 254V, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SGK 254V registered?

SGK 254V is a 1995 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 11 October 1995.

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