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WNF 906S

1978 Yamaha XS

Silver Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,089 mi
Last recorded8,089 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNF 906S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 8,089 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 7,687 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 7,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 1,172 miles

Front Tyre slightly perished

Pass 25 Aug 2018 1,172 miles

Front Tyre perished

Pass 26 Apr 2016 1,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain gaurd not fitted at time of test

front fender not fitted at time of test

Pass 23 May 2015 820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 May 2014 285 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013
Fail 20 Apr 2013

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 25 May 2006

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre side walls cracking slightly.

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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WNF 906S is a 1978 Yamaha XS in Silver with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 25,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WNF 906S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WNF 906S registered?

WNF 906S is a 1978 Yamaha XS, first registered on 24 February 1978.

Is WNF 906S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNF 906S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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