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WHN 132S

1978 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS65022,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHN 132S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 9 miles

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame top tube modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 9 miles

Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame top tube modified (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 172 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 May 2016

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Sep 2015

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014

registration plate looks small.

some play in rear brake clevis pin.

Pass 3 Oct 2011 4,551 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 3,641 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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WHN 132S is a 1978 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WHN 132S, 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 WHN 132S registered?

WHN 132S is a 1978 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is WHN 132S safe to buy?

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