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WRV 157K

1997 Yamaha XS650

Red Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,435 mi
Last recorded13,435 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XS65017,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRV 157K
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 13,435 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 13,301 miles

Front movement in disc rubber mount

Pass 4 May 2015 13,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2015 13,299 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 12,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 11,241 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2012 11,241 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2011 8,929 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

seat base rear hinge is badly corroded but seat still secure.

Pass 24 Jun 2011 8,929 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

seat base rear hinge is badly corroded but seat still secure.

Pass 12 Mar 2010 4,787 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 3,382 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 1,346 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 1,120 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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WRV 157K is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Red with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 WRV 157K, 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.

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What year was WRV 157K registered?

WRV 157K is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is WRV 157K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRV 157K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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