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VES 231S

2011 Yamaha XS

White Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,830 mi
Last recorded32,830 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVES 231S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 32,830 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 32,828 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2013 32,410 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 32,410 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 32,195 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,875 miles

locking tabs on rear sprocket not bent over fully

slight front brake bind

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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VES 231S is a 2011 Yamaha XS in White with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VES 231S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 15 years old, this Yamaha XS is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VES 231S registered?

VES 231S is a 2011 Yamaha XS, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is VES 231S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VES 231S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VES 231S have outstanding finance?

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