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SPW 866R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

271 mi
Last recorded271 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2014
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPW 866R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2014 271 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

no front fender fitted at time of test

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Oct 2014 271 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front fender fitted at time of test

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2010 14 miles

front pads run on edge of disc but works

Fail 24 Jun 2010 14 miles

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

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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SPW 866R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SPW 866R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPW 866R registered?

SPW 866R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 8 February 1977.

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