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ULA 173W

1991 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,563 mi
Last recorded30,563 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XS65026,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULA 173W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 30,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,313 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2012 30,044 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 29,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,393 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 28,390 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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ULA 173W is a 1991 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 26,135 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 ULA 173W, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ULA 173W registered?

ULA 173W is a 1991 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is ULA 173W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULA 173W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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