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TAD 298R

1977 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,826 mi
Last recorded36,826 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1977 Yamaha XS65023,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAD 298R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 36,826 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 36,059 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 35,023 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 35,023 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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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TAD 298R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TAD 298R, 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 TAD 298R registered?

TAD 298R is a 1977 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 16 May 1977.

Is TAD 298R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAD 298R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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