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SOR 353S

1988 Yamaha XS

Maroon Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,135 mi
Last recorded67,135 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 353S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 67,135 miles

Advise front tyre be cleaned and brear brake be serviced

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 65,641 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 63,558 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Apr 2011 63,558 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Mar 2010 60,696 miles

Advise new no plate

Advise rewire rear light

Fail 5 Mar 2010 60,696 miles

Advise new no plate

Advise rewire rear light

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 58,898 miles

No plate maybe illegal

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 58,898 miles

No plate maybe illegal

Pass 24 Aug 2007 56,643 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 56,613 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2006 55,011 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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SOR 353S is a 1988 Yamaha XS in Maroon with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOR 353S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SOR 353S registered?

SOR 353S is a 1988 Yamaha XS, first registered on 21 July 1988.

Is SOR 353S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 353S shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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