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URG 450T

1978 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,947 mi
Last recorded3,947 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS65022,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURG 450T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 3,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 3,898 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 3,898 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 3,288 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 2,136 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 1,904 miles

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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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URG 450T is a 1978 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,064 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 URG 450T, 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 48 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 URG 450T registered?

URG 450T is a 1978 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 13 October 1978.

Is URG 450T safe to buy?

The MOT history for URG 450T 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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