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AVG 497W

1996 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,855 mi
Last recorded26,855 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 497W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 26,855 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 26,855 miles

All direction indicators not working All indicators not cancelling (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Lower All position lamps not working Rear number plate not work (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 26,628 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 26,559 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,272 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 24,454 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 22,936 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 21,362 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 20,586 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 18,713 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 17,840 miles

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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AVG 497W is a 1996 Yamaha XS in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AVG 497W, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AVG 497W registered?

AVG 497W is a 1996 Yamaha XS, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is AVG 497W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 497W 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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