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A217 ACV

1984 Yamaha XJ650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,387 mi
Last recorded25,387 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XJ65038,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA217 ACV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ650
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 25,387 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 24,723 miles

headlamp masks fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2022 28,428 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

advise headlight masks fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2013 89,485 miles

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

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

front mudguard corroded in centre section and has a split on front

Fail 4 Jul 2013 89,485 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

front mudguard corroded in centre section and has a split on front

Pass 11 Jul 2012 88,636 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 88,636 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2011 85,206 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 85,205 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 45,895 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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A217 ACV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XJ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 38,783 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 A217 ACV, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XJ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A217 ACV registered?

A217 ACV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ650, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A217 ACV safe to buy?

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