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A200 VWP

1983 Yamaha XJ650

Black Petrol 653cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,396 mi
Last recorded75,396 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2015
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ65037,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA200 VWP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine653cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2015 75,396 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 74,846 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 74,846 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 74,494 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 73,868 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 72,929 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 72,929 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 72,360 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 72,360 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 70,245 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 70,245 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 68,377 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ650?

Based on 2,779 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
393
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Direction indicator not working 16
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A200 VWP is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650 in Black with a 653cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 37,556 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 XJ650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A200 VWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A200 VWP registered?

A200 VWP is a 1983 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 1 October 1983.

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The MOT history for A200 VWP shows 12 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.

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