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WPO 556T

1997 Yamaha XS650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,571 mi
Last recorded16,571 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XS65017,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPO 556T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2022 16,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Small oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2021 16,233 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 15,978 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 15,774 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 15,150 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 14,694 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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WPO 556T is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 17,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WPO 556T, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WPO 556T registered?

WPO 556T is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is WPO 556T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPO 556T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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