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SOR 299S

2001 Yamaha XS650

Yellow Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,713 mi
Last recorded25,713 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XS65014,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 299S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 25,713 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 25,693 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 25,394 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 24,804 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 24,572 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 24,164 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,734 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,091 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

incorrect type of joining link on drive chain

petrol pipe split and perished

rear tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre low on tread and perishing on side wall

Pass 5 Jul 2008 21,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Temporary link fitted to chain. Not recommended.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 20,246 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2007 20,246 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2006 19,012 miles

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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SOR 299S is a 2001 Yamaha XS650 in Yellow with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SOR 299S, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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SOR 299S is a 2001 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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