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WKW 29K

1972 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,097 mi
Last recorded30,097 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Yamaha XS65017,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKW 29K
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 30,097 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 30,095 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,083 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 29,806 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 29,582 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,506 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,069 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 28,285 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 28,285 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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WKW 29K is a 1972 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 17,672 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 WKW 29K, 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 54 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WKW 29K registered?

WKW 29K is a 1972 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 27 June 1972.

Is WKW 29K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKW 29K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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