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WPO 557T

1997 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,245 mi
Last recorded11,245 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPO 557T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 11,245 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 13,951 miles

Front Tyre shows signs of perishing and is misshaping on outer edge.

Pass 4 Jun 2016 13,869 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 13,869 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 13 Jun 2015 12,458 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 12,458 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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WPO 557T is a 1997 Yamaha XS in Black with a 650cc 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 WPO 557T, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WPO 557T registered?

WPO 557T is a 1997 Yamaha XS, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is WPO 557T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPO 557T 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 WPO 557T have outstanding finance?

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