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TAW 681R

1997 Yamaha XS650

Green Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,717 mi
Last recorded35,717 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XS65017,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAW 681R
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 35,717 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 35,717 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 30,899 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 30,899 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 30,899 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 30,899 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 30,899 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 30,899 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 30,843 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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TAW 681R is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Green with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 17,903 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 TAW 681R, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TAW 681R registered?

TAW 681R is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is TAW 681R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAW 681R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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